Semi-truck driver runs over fire hydrant in Puyallup, floods nearby homes, business [Video]

A semi-truck driver was captured driving over a fire hydrant in Puyallup, which flooded the area, damaging nearby homes and a business.

KIRO 7 News obtained surveillance video capturing the driver turning right on Milwaukee Avenue East from Valley Avenue East.

As the driver turned right, the vehicle knocked over a sign and ran over a fire hydrant, causing water to spew out and flood parts of the intersection.

Neighbors told KIRO 7 News the water continued to flow into homes and a nearby business for about two hours.

Violet Lantz, a homeowner, said her basement had more than four feet of water, causing at least $15,000 in damage.

“I was crying. I was heartbroken,” she said. “Accidents happen. People understand accidents happen, but to drive away after causing an accident and causing so much damage, it’s not okay.”

“You would think they would have a safety. So if a …