Semi Truck Crashes Into Oakland County Lake: Police

WEST BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, MI — A semi truck crashed into a lake in West Bloomfield Township on Monday afternoon, according to officials.

The incident happened at 6:24 p.m. Monday in the 3600 block of Orchard Lake Road along Pine Lake, according to officials.

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Officials said the 42-year-old man, who was the truck's driver and sole occupant, lost control after the rear tires began sliding on dirt while navigating a curve.

The truck then left the roadway and flipped on its side in Pine Lake, according to officials.

A video posted to social media showed part of the truck submerged in the water.

Firefighters safely recovered the man, who suffered a minor leg contusion and did not require hospitalization, according to officials.

Alcohol and drugs are not believed to be factors in the crash.

Officials said a small amount of fuel spilled into the lake, prompting an extensive cleanup operation. It was unclear whether the spill affected water quality.

Officials are still investigating the incident.