A runaway boat was seen flying across a California highway on March 1, narrowly missing vehicles as it went over several lanes and the median.
The incident occurred on Sunday at around 5:30 p.m. on the 91 Freeway in Bellflower, Calif., in southeast Los Angeles County. California Highway Patrol (CHP) said the boat, which appeared to have detached from a U-Haul trailer, crossed the eastbound lanes before flying over the median. No injuries were reported.
"I'm driving, and I'm looking, and I'm like, 'There is an expletive boat!'" one's vehicle or trailer. Additionally, NHTSA suggests drivers consider covering the entire load with a sturdy tarp or netting. The agency warns against loading "excessive amounts of cargo" and asks that drivers double-check to ensure their cargo is secure.
All 50 states and Washington, D.C., have laws about unsecured loads. NHTSA says "drivers are always responsible for safe operation of their vehicle," which includes properly securing cargo.
"Violation of unsecured-load laws carry state-specific penalties with fines up to $5,000," NHTSA warns.