wrecked truck along roadway

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Here's an excerpt from WECT.com:

A shocking sight on a Columbus County (NC) highway has caught the attention of many drivers: a wrecked fire department truck and a bold sign warning about the dangers of ignoring emergency vehicles. The truck, once part of the Acme-Delco-Riegelwood Fire-Rescue, was involved in a tragic accident and now stands as a powerful reminder of what can happen when people fail to pay attention.

"The message is simple: put down your phones, stay focused, and give us the space we need to do our job safely," said Steve Camlin, the fire chief. The display is meant to remind drivers that distractions—like texting or daydreaming—can have deadly consequences, especially near emergency scenes.

The incident happened on December 10, 2018, when a tractor-trailer crashed into the fire truck and then hit a family’s car that was receiving assistance. The crash left everyone shaken and served as a wake-up call for the community and local authorities alike.

The sign, written in all caps, reads: “THE RESULTS OF NOT PAYING ATTENTION TO EMERGENCY LIGHTS & VEHICLES ON A TRAFFIC SCENE.” It's a stark visual message that's hard to ignore. Firefighters hope this display will change behavior and save lives in the future.

The wreckage will remain at the scene for the next one to two weeks while the salvage company prepares to remove it. For now, it's a powerful symbol of safety, loss, and the importance of awareness on the road.

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