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Log Truck Driver Passes Away After Running Into Wooded Area In Century
March 27, 2020
A log truck driver has passed away after being trapped in mangled cab of his truck over an hour and a half midday Friday after crashing into a wooded area on North Century Boulevard in Century.
The Florida Highway Patrol said 59-year old John Rivers of Greenville, Alabama, was northbound on North Century Boulevard (Highway 29) about 11;!5 a.m. when he crossed the paved median just south of West Highway 4 and ran the entire semi-truck into a wooded area. The force of collision downed downed several mid-size trees.
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Firefighters were forced to cut away parts of the cab, freeing the driver about 12:50 p.m. He was transported to Atmore Community Hospital where he was pronounced deceased.
North Century Boulevard was closed for the duration of the extrication.
The Florida Highway Patrol is continuing their investigation.
The Century, Cantonment and McDavid stations of Escambia Fire Rescue, Flomaton Fire Department, Atmore Ambulance and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office were among those that responded.
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19 Responses to “Log Truck Driver Passes Away After Running Into Wooded Area In Century”
My condolences to his family, daughters and grandson.
Semis dont go thru there fast because theyre cops usually on every corner and we can’t. I’m sure the driver had a heart attack with his foot stuck on the fuel peddle to go that far up in there. You just can’t get that far in the woods on one of these log trucks going 45 mph.
My John, you will be truly mussed all those wonderful times and the date that we had set. I know you were not speeding. I know the real truth. Prayers for your sisters, brothersyour 2 daughters and your favorite lil guy bud and threst of your fam. I still can’t believe your gone. Much love firever….10-4
He was a good friend of mine your going to be missed soul train
He was one of the first people to talk to me on the job when I started and would always holler at me on the cb anytime he saw me.He was a well liked and respect Ed friend.You will be missed Soultrain.May God be with your family.
Big John (Soul Train as we called him on the CB), was a dear friend of mine and a fellow log truck driver. He always made you laugh in his conversation. We always would talk about our families and hunting. John was an awesome person. You are really going to be missed Big John. RIP My Friend.
I was there trying to help the man i feel so sorry for his family i wish i could have done more god bless his family
People need to realize with or without logs on the back of the truck the weight of the trailer is so heavy it would do severe damage. Yes drivers speed but at a time like this we don’t need to be accusing him of speeding when his family is grieving. Praying for the family.
God bless his family and give them comfort and strength in all the days ahead.
As a log truck driver who drives through century every day. I believe that this driver had to have a medical condition that would have caused this accident. I will also say that most of the driver don’t drive 5 miles over the speedlimit. My truck is govern to 70 mph. Before you jump the gun let’s wait and see what the accident report says. Just remember his family .
We were going South when we saw all the traffic backed up. Had no idea. Prayers for the family.
Praying for his family. THANK YOU First Responders for always showing up and giving 110%. My family and I appreciate all of you!
Truckers tend to drive a little bit faster especially through Century on Hwy 29.. And more often during these times when they are in high demand. There is a lot of new truckers since covid-19 hit us, and a lot of overworked older drivers as well.. He was probably working extra hours and had had little time off these pay few weeks/months. Most likely he fell asleep at the wheel, and either kept accelerating without knowing and detailed, or maintained his speed and lost control of the wheel, still, only directly into the worded area. It’s a good thing no one else was injured. Nevertheless, a Horrible tragedy, I only hope this serves as a reminder of how important it is to not drive tired or impaired. Take driving seriously, because it’s not just your life on the line when you get behind the wheel.
He may have had health issues that would have caused his accident. Or being trapped so long in the heat. Who know what happened, unless someone actually saw it.
Dang….. To many log trucks and dump trucks are making the headlines in the incorrect way lately….
We came thru there right after life flight left. Horrific scene. Took 3 tow trucks to get truck out. Could barely tell it was a semi. He must have been going very fast.
So sorry for your loss.
Praying for his family and friends
Bless his soul Lord God…