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CCTV video + iPhone video from a car driving behind this idiot

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This lorry driver ignored the warning signs saying Forth Road bridge was closed to all vehicles except cars due to high winds on the 28 December 2011.

CCTV taken from the bridge at the time shows the trailer tipping over to one side, righting itself, then tipping again and hitting the central barrier. Surprisingly winds seem to catch the trailer and put it back – allowing it to continue on its way north to Fife.

The driver was however stopped by officers from Fife Constabulary when he reached the end of the bridge.

The Forth Estuary Transport Authority, which operates the bridge, said it was lucky no one was hurt by the incident. A spokesman said: “The clip shows quite clearly why restrictions are necessary in high winds.

“It was lucky that no one was killed or injured. It is a good demonstration of what can happen if people ignore restrictions.”

We get to watch videos like this here in New Mexico several times a year as out-of-state truck drivers ignore posted high wind warnings in the Interstate Highways. Especially in spring; but, it can happen anytime of the year.