Ep 5. No Tears In Towing

In Highway Thru Hell season 1 episode 5 titled "No Tears In Towing," the tow truck operators of British Columbia's busiest highways face yet another challenge. The episode starts off with a busy day at Jamie Davis Heavy Rescue, where crews are dealing with a multi-vehicle pileup that has caused a significant traffic jam. The job requires all hands on deck, with the crew working tirelessly to clear the wreckage and get the highway back to working order.

As the day progresses, the team faces yet another challenge – a tractor-trailer carrying a load of frozen French fries has skidded off the highway and crashed into a ditch. Al Quiring, the owner of Western Canada's biggest towing company, arrives on the scene to help move the stranded vehicle. The job proves to be a difficult one, with the trailer sliding dangerously close to the edge of a steep embankment. Despite the risks, Al remains determined to get the job done, utilizing his years of experience and expertise to carefully maneuver the trailer back onto the road.

Meanwhile, heavy-duty recovery operator Colin McLean is called out to a rolled-over semi-truck that has spilled its load of gravel onto the highway. With the truck lying on its side, the job requires a delicate touch, with Colin having to use a winch and rotator to carefully right the vehicle without causing further damage.

As the day winds down, the crews are finally able to get some much-needed rest. However, as they prepare to call it a day, they receive yet another call for help – this time to recover a commercial vehicle that has toppled over and is blocking the highway. The job requires a combination of brute force and precision, with the crew working quickly to clear the wreckage and get the highway reopened.

Despite the grueling work, the tow truck operators of Highway Thru Hell remain committed to their jobs, determined to tackle even the most difficult recoveries. "No Tears In Towing" showcases the challenges they face on a daily basis and highlights the incredible teamwork and dedication required to keep British Columbia's highways safe and functioning.