Amarillo, Texas: Cows Escape Ranch, Cause Traffic Chaos on Interstate 40

Amarillo, Texas: Cows Escape Ranch, Unleash Traffic Havoc on Interstate 40Amarillo, Texas: Cows Escape Ranch, Unleash Traffic Havoc on Interstate 40 In a bizarre turn of events, a group of cows escaped their ranch in Amarillo, Texas, on Wednesday, causing a major traffic disruption on Interstate 40. Around 6:30 AM, approximately 30 cows broke through a fence and wandered onto the interstate near the Soncy Road exit. Motorists were caught off guard as the animals ambled across the busy highway. “I was driving to work when I saw this herd of cows running across the road,” said eyewitness Maria Rodriguez. “I had to slam on my brakes to avoid hitting them.” Traffic quickly backed up for miles as the cows caused a dangerous situation. Police and animal control officers were dispatched to the scene to round up the animals. “It was a very chaotic scene,” said Amarillo Police Department spokesman Sgt. Chad Dunn. “We had to close down multiple lanes of the interstate to ensure the safety of both the drivers and the cows.” After nearly two hours, the officers were finally able to corral the cows and transport them back to their ranch. No injuries were reported to either the animals or the drivers involved. The incident caused significant delays for commuters, with some travelers reporting wait times of over an hour. The Amarillo Department of Transportation reminded drivers to remain alert for unexpected hazards while driving on interstate highways. “This is a reminder that anything can happen when you’re on the road,” said TxDOT spokesperson Lisa Bean. “Motorists should always be prepared for the unexpected and drive defensively.” The escape of the cows left a trail of amusement and bewilderment among Amarillo residents. Many took to social media to share photos and videos of the bovine traffic jam, poking fun at the unusual situation. “Only in Texas,” one resident quipped. “Where else can you get stuck in traffic behind a herd of runaway cows?”