On a Wednesday evening, September 13, Georgia’s highways witnessed an unusual incident. Around 6 p.m., a tractor-trailer had an accident in a seven car pileup in Sandy Springs, spilling a staggering 80,000 pounds of raw chicken across the road. The Sandy Springs Police Department was quick to confirm the mishap, ensuring that the necessary measures were taken to handle the situation.
The vast amount of chicken wasn’t the only problem authorities had to deal with. Along with the raw poultry, a fuel spill related to the crash posed another challenge for the cleanup crew. Road users were advised to expect delays and to exercise caution while passing the area.
Local residents and frequent travelers on the highway expressed their surprise and concern over social media and other platforms. The bizarre nature of the accident, combined with the sheer volume of chicken that found its way onto the roadway, left many in disbelief. Cherokee County, too, saw a bit of the action with news outlets referring to the incident humorously as a “hen-drance.”
As emergency services rushed to the scene, the primary concern was to ensure the safety of the driver, any potential victims, and to manage the immediate aftermath of the crash. With tons of chicken scattered all over and the added complication of a fuel spill, the task was daunting.
The exact cause of the accident remains under investigation.