CHILI, N.Y. (WHAM) — A tractor-trailer hit two New York State Thruway Authority workers on Interstate 90, killing one and seriously hurting the other, according to police.

The workers were in a work zone when they were hit Thursday shortly before 12:30 p.m. Police said a 62-year-old man was killed, while a 58-year-old man was injured and taken to Strong Memorial Hospital in critical condition.

Our maintenance employees embody the heart and soul of this organization," Thruway Authority Executive Director Frank Hoare said in a statement. "Roadside workers risk their lives every day to ensure the safety of all drivers on the road."

New York State Police Trooper Lynnea Crane said no charges have been filed and impairment has been ruled out, but the cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Any time you see a vehicle on the side of the roadway, whether it’s a worker or any person, please slow down please move over," Crane said. "We can’t ask people enough -- pay attention, put your phones down, look at your surroundings. This is obviously a tragedy and it could’ve been prevented if we’re all paying attention and slowing down."

Eastbound traffic on the Thruway was diverted at Exit 47 in LeRoy, with the eastbound lanes shut down from there to Exit 46 in Henrietta.

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