Why lorries and vans keep hitting Swindon railway bridge |
A van became stuck under a low railway bridge in Swindon once again, prompting a lot of discussion.
On Friday afternoon, Wiltshire Police were called to Corporation Street after a van was found wedged under the railway bridge with a deflated tyre.
This low bridge is well sign-posted, yet it has been a frequent site for tall vans and lorries getting caught.
Local residents have expressed their frustration over this ongoing issue.
Darren Archer shared his thoughts, asking: "When are they going to put a warning-type barrier that hits the vehicles before they enter the bridge?
"It’s not rocket science."
His comment reflects a common sentiment among residents who believe that more preventative measures should be taken to avoid these incidents.
Mark Simmons offered a different perspective, suggesting that drivers of high-sided vehicles need to take more responsibility.
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He said: "How about the people who are driving the high-sided vehicles actually learn to read the height stickers in their vehicles and the road signs."
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