Car accident

On Wednesday morning on his way to work, Toomas was hit by a semi-truck loaded full with concrete bricks. Ever hear the saying "I felt like I was hit with a ton of bricks"...Well that is just how Toomas was feeling Wednesday morning! Luckily he was 100% FINE...not a scratch on him (can't say so much for the car). We are so thankful that God was watching over and protecting Toomas from harm. The worst part for him was the feeling so powerless during the impact.

In a nutshell, he was peacefully driving in the right lane of the highway when a truck wanted to change lanes to exit. The truck claimed he didn't see his car (but I think perhaps he DIDN"T EVEN CHECK) and then the driver proceeded to run into (and over!) Toomas' car. He hit him from behind which caused the car to spin at a 45 degree angle where then he was dragged along the highway for about 75 meters. The driver didn't even see or feel Toomas car stuck under his HUGE vehicle! It was the smoke from the burning tires that tipped him off.

In 5 minutes there were ambulances, fire trucks and police cars ready and waiting...but thankfully the ambulances and fire trucks weren't needed!

Today Toomas goes in to get an expert opinion on the repair costs. It is the full responsibility of the driver's insurance to pay the damages because Toomas was not at fault. It will be a very big hassle while his car is being repaired because they do NOT provide for replacement vehicles at the Audi garage. Public transport is an option...but a long morning. Hopefully we'll get good news soon that they can start quickly on the repairs.

Here are some photos: