Easter Sunday travel plans were dramatically disrupted when a transport truck veered across the median of Hwy. 403, resulting in a head-on collision with an SUV near Woodstock.
The incident occurred around 8 a.m., sending shockwaves through the morning commute. Initial reports indicated the westbound truck unexpectedly crossed into the eastbound lanes, creating a scene of twisted metal and shattered glass.
Remarkably, despite the severity of the crash, both drivers escaped without injury. Authorities described it as nothing short of a miracle, a testament to luck and perhaps, the protective features of the vehicles involved.
However, the eastbound lanes of the 403, between Hwy. 53 and Middle Townline Road, were immediately closed to facilitate a thorough investigation and extensive cleanup. Officials anticipated the closure would last for eight to ten hours.
Meanwhile, in Windsor, a devastating fire ripped through a home on Riverside Drive East, causing an estimated $1 million in damage. The blaze erupted around 12:30 p.m. on Friday, quickly engulfing the structure.
Firefighters battled the intense flames for several hours, temporarily closing a section of Riverside Drive to manage the emergency response. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the fire.
Windsor police investigators are now treating the incident as a suspected arson, meticulously searching for clues to determine the cause and identify those responsible for the destructive blaze.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information related to the fire to come forward, offering avenues for both direct contact and anonymous tips.
