What Happened in the Early Morning Crash?
In a devastating accident early Thursday morning, two B-double trucks collided on the Hume Highway near Oolong, about 280km from Sydney.
The tragic chain of events began when one truck veered off the road and rolled over near Pedell Lane. Moments later, around 1:15 AM, a second truck crashed into the already overturned vehicle.
Lives Forever Changed
The impact proved fatal for one of the truck drivers, who sadly lost his life at the scene.
The other driver was found in critical condition and remained trapped in the wreckage for several hours as emergency teams worked tirelessly to free him.
Massive Emergency Response
A full-scale emergency operation kicked into action, with three ambulance trucks, a rescue helicopter, and RFS crews rushing to the crash site. By 7 AM, emergency services were still working at the scene, showing the severity of the situation.
Traffic Chaos: What You Need to Know
All southbound lanes are completely closed
Traffic is being redirected to Federal and Barton Highways
One northbound lane is shut down
Vehicles over 25m are being parked
Expect significant delays and plan alternative routes
What Happens Next?
Police are conducting a thorough investigation into the crash, and a report will be prepared for the coroner.
The investigation is expected to take considerable time, so travelers should plan accordingly and expect ongoing disruptions.