March 3, 2026 at 5:40 a.m.
Treacherous ice sends Escort into rollover on U.S. Highway 8 in Pelican
The Ford Escort of Matthew Podrez, Crandon, wound up upside-down Tuesday after sliding across the median and into the opposite ditch of icy U.S. Highway 8 in Pelican. (Contributed photograph)
Icy conditions have contributed to another crash on U.S. Highway 8.
On Tuesday at 4:40 p.m., a Ford Escort was traveling westbound on Hwy. 8 through the town of Pelican when it slid across the median and hit the opposite ditch, rolling onto its roof.
Driver Matthew Podrez, 25, Crandon, was alone in the car and was able to climb out with no apparent injuries.
The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office responded to the accident, which took place about 300 feet west of Berquist Road.
Ardith Carlton may be reached at [email protected].
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