Watch CBS News

Caught on video: Arizona drivers dodge giant inflatable pumpkin

PEORIA, Ariz. -- Halloween tricks came early for some drivers and pedestrians in the Phoenix area when a giant, inflatable pumpkin bounded down the roadway in high winds.

A 25-foot-tall pumpkin escaped from its display promoting the Peoria Monster Bash Thursday, sailing down the street and damaging two street lights.

Peoria officials say it wasn't vandalism, but windy weather that sent the jack-o'-lantern on its trip.

No one was injured, though the street lights and the pumpkin needed a few repairs.

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.