By Ashley Silver
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COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — Dash cam footage released by the Cookeville (Tenn.) Police Department shows a close call between officers, a semi and downed power lines.
According to WSMV News, the driver of the semi reportedly did not see an officer directing them away from downed power lines that had overtaken a roadway. Video shows the semi driving through the power lines, causing the lines to snap and sparks of electricity to fly.
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The officer was not injured, but the Cookeville Police Department wants drivers to use this as a learning experience to be more cautious when driving around emergency vehicles.
“Take note of your surroundings, it could save a life,” the Cookeville Police Department shared on Facebook.