Missouri Cowboys Called to Round Up Cattle After Interstate 70 Crash
OAK GROVE, Mo. — A collision between two tractor-trailers on Interstate 70 in Oak Grove, Missouri, on Wednesday led to an unusual scene as 13 cattle escaped from one of the trailers and scattered across the highway. Authorities quickly summoned a team of cowboys from Butler-based B&W Land & Cattle to assist in rounding up the loose livestock.
The Missouri Highway Patrol confirmed the incident, noting that despite the crash, the drivers of both vehicles were unharmed. The unexpected release of the cattle created a challenging situation on one of Missouri’s busiest east-west corridors. To manage the chaos, the patrol enlisted the expertise of local ranch hands experienced in handling livestock under unpredictable conditions.
Kolby Boos, one of the cowboys involved, told KCTV that wrangling the animals was a demanding task. “It’s always a challenge because you never know where they’re at or how they’re going to be or if they’re going to be mad and want to fight you,” he said. The team’s efforts paid off as all 13 cattle were safely rounded up without injury.
Incidents involving livestock on highways pose significant safety risks, not only to the animals but also to motorists. The Missouri Highway Patrol’s quick coordination with local ranchers exemplifies effective interagency and community response to such emergencies. The highway patrol regularly provides updates and safety information on incidents affecting Missouri’s roadways, which can be found on their official site at mshp.dps.missouri.gov.
Interstate 70 is a critical transportation artery that stretches from Utah to Maryland, and disruptions here can have ripple effects on traffic and commerce. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration offers guidelines for safely transporting livestock to prevent such escapes and accidents, accessible at fmcsa.dot.gov. Meanwhile, the Missouri Department of Transportation provides real-time traffic updates and safety alerts for drivers navigating the state’s highways, including I-70, at modot.org.
While the crash itself did not result in injuries, the incident underscores the importance of preparedness and the value of local expertise in managing unexpected situations on the road. The swift response by the Missouri Highway Patrol and the cowboys ensured the safety of both the animals and motorists, minimizing what could have been a far more dangerous scenario.
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