"The crowd was standing within 10 feet of the track with no guard rails separating them from the speeding vehicles". AP Writer
I have seen a lot of videos of crashes all over the world, and wondered when one of these would happen. I think there are times when the crowds are so close, particularly in some foreign countries where they run over road courses, that a death toll of 50-100 would be possible.
I have been to these races, and they are exciting to watch. At the first one, a dirt race truck kicked out a softball size rock that went about five feet over my head. I was fairly close to the track. Ever since, I pick my looking spots with safety in mind.
Condolences to families and friends.
Steve
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