By Gia Vang
July 1, 2009
EUGENE, Ore. -- A truck that landed itself in the Willamette River was finally pulled out Wednesday after four days and some trial and error.
Crews said this situation was a public safety issue because the truck sat on top of an EWEB main water line.
The operation involved crews from Lane County Sheriff's Office, EWEB, T & M Towing, among others.
It also drew tons of spectators.
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