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20 tons of squid spill across Rhode Island road
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The accident involved a tractor-trailer that was transporting a significant amount of squid. A large quantity of squid was scattered across a road after a crash.
A large quantity of squid was scattered across a road after a crash. The accident involved a tractor-trailer that was transporting a significant amount of squid. Cleanup efforts were necessary due to the messy and potentially unpleasant nature of the spill.
The incident occurred when the trailer became dislodged and flipped over. A statement from police provides some context about the incident, including the destination of the squid.
Further information about the crash and its aftermath is available from other sources, including details about the road conditions and any potential disruptions caused by the spill.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 19, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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