Westborough, MA (September 5, 2026) – Two drivers were injured on Friday morning after a sedan collided with a town Department of Public Works tractor on Nourse Street near Jasper Street in Westborough.
The accident was reported around 8:28 a.m. The sedan struck a DPW tractor that was mowing grass along the roadside.
Both vehicle operators were taken to area hospitals for treatment. Their injuries were described as non-life-threatening.
Nourse Street is designated as Route 30 at the Jasper Street intersection. The circumstances surrounding the accident remain under investigation.
We hope both injured drivers make a full recovery.
What Should Drivers Know When Passing Roadside Work Vehicles?
Drivers should slow down and give roadside work vehicles plenty of space. Tractors, mowing equipment, and other maintenance vehicles may move slowly or operate close to active traffic lanes.
Motorists should watch for warning signs, workers, and equipment along the shoulder. Reducing speed can provide more time to react if a maintenance vehicle enters the roadway. Drivers should also avoid distractions and remain prepared for sudden changes in traffic patterns near roadside work.
