Rock Slide Hits 5th Wheel Trailer, Narrowly Misses Driver

Incident occurred on Snake River Road south of Asotin, Washington

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A rock slide hit a 5th wheel trailer that was being pulled by a pickup truck on Snake River Road south of Asotin, Washington, around 9:30 PM last night. The driver was not injured, but the trailer sustained extensive damage. Asotin City Fire and Asotin County Fire District responded to the scene, and the Asotin County Road Department later cleared the rocks from the road.

Why it matters

Rock slides are a common hazard in the mountainous regions of eastern Washington, and this incident highlights the dangers that drivers can face when traveling through these areas. The quick response of emergency services and road crews helped to mitigate the impact of the slide and ensure the safety of the driver.

The details

The rock slide occurred on Snake River Road, which runs along the Snake River south of the city of Asotin. The rocks came down from the hillside and struck the 5th wheel trailer that was being pulled by a pickup truck. The driver of the vehicle was not injured, but the trailer sustained significant damage.

  • The incident occurred around 9:30 PM on February 25, 2026.

The players

Asotin City Fire

The local fire department that responded to the incident.

Asotin County Fire District

The county-level fire department that also responded to the incident.

Asotin County Road Department

The local road maintenance agency that cleared the rocks from the road after the incident.

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The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of being cautious when driving through areas prone to rock slides, and the value of having a coordinated emergency response system to address such incidents quickly and effectively.