This incredible footage might seem like a scene from a high-stakes movie, but it's a real-life incident. Uber driver Derek Gooderham faced a perilous situation as his Tesla Model 3 traveled along Interstate 83 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The drama unfolded when a truck on I-81 struck a guardrail, sending a cascade of lumber down the highway.
Gooderham described the moment to ABC27: "The truck hit the guardrail, and the load just snapped off, barreling down the highway." The lumber avalanche enveloped a car ahead, pushing it off the road, all captured by the Tesla's camera.
Amazingly, the driver of the impacted vehicle emerged unharmed. "I saw him get out of the car, and he raised his hand, signaling he was okay," Gooderham recounted. Despite the vehicle's likely severe damage, everyone's safety brought some relief and even humor.
Remarkably, Gooderham's Tesla was untouched by the chaos. He praised the Model 3's braking system: "I just slammed on my brakes, avoiding the disaster." Gooderham reflected that just a couple more miles per hour could have resulted in tragedy.
Gooderham, his passenger, and the unfortunate driver were extremely lucky. This incident won't be forgotten soon, and they might just rethink knocking on wood.
Summary: An unexpected lumber spill on a Pennsylvania highway endangered several motorists. Fortunately, thanks to technology and quick reflexes, all involved emerged without injury.
