
A severe flood engulfed parts of southern Louisiana and southern Mississippi. At least one person has been killed in the flood, and Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards has declared a state of emergency.
A tanker truck was no match for the powerful current that swept through a Louisiana highway on Friday.
According to WBRZ, the truck was washed into a ditch while attempting to travel down a flooded road. It happened around noon on Highway 10 between Clinton and Greensburg.
The driver fought high waters while he exited the cab.
He climbed on top of the truck where he waited for emergency crews to arrive.
Truck swept off Hwy 10 east of Clinton. Driver on top waiting for rescue. He’s been there 20mins now. @WBRZ #lawx pic.twitter.com/WTA4CjWHdY
— Mark Armstrong (@TvMarkArmstrong) August 12, 2016
The National Weather Service reminds motorists to practice safe driving during hazardous road conditions.
Move to higher ground now. Act quickly to Protect Your Life. Stay away or be swept away. River banks and culverts can become unstable and unsafe.”