Mineral Wells, WV (April 2, 2025) – A semi-truck rollover involving a log truck led to a large emergency response Wednesday evening near Exit 167 on northbound Interstate 77 in Wood County, West Virginia.
Incident Details: The crash was reported around 4:43 p.m. and involved both a log truck and a semi. One person was extricated from the semi by emergency crews. While injuries were initially unconfirmed, later reports indicate the individual was extricated without injuries. Authorities shut down the right northbound lane for several hours due to debris and a potential spill of up to 200 gallons of motor oil or fuel.
Investigation and Legal Considerations: The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Authorities will likely review the truck’s speed, load safety, and road conditions at the time of the crash. Clean-up efforts involved multiple agencies, including the Department of Highways, Public Service Commission, and local emergency services. If negligence or mechanical failure contributed to the rollover, liability could arise, particularly in the case of hazardous materials.
Source: WTAP