On the morning of January 31, the third day of Lunar New Year, a multi-vehicle accident occurred on the Noi Bai – Lao Cai Expressway, drawing significant public attention. The incident not only disrupted traffic but also highlighted important lessons about safety when driving in adverse weather conditions.
Accident Details
The accident took place at 6:30 AM at km140+750 of the Noi Bai – Lao Cai Expressway, within the territory of Xuan Ai Commune, Van Yen District, Yen Bai Province. According to information from Team 1 (Traffic Police Department, Ministry of Public Security), the collision involved three vehicles: a car with license plate 20A-796.xx, another car with license plate 24A-150.xx, and a passenger bus with license plate 29F-010.xx.
Multi-vehicle accident on Noi Bai – Lao Cai Expressway
According to preliminary reports, the main cause of the accident was the driver of the car with license plate 20A-796.xx losing control and crashing into the highway guardrail. Shortly after, the two vehicles behind, including the car with license plate 24A-150.xx and the passenger bus with license plate 29F-010.xx, failed to maintain a safe distance, resulting in a chain-reaction collision.
Damage and Scene Management
Fortunately, the accident did not result in any fatalities. However, all three vehicles sustained severe damage, significantly obstructing traffic on this vital route. Authorities promptly arrived at the scene after receiving the report to manage traffic flow and conduct necessary investigations.
Tests for alcohol and drug use were conducted on the three drivers, and no violations related to substance use were found. This further emphasizes the role of weather conditions in causing the accident.
Weather Factors and Safety Lessons
According to eyewitnesses at the scene, light rain was falling at the time of the accident, making the road slippery. This was considered an indirect contributing factor that increased the risk of losing control and collisions.
This serves as a reminder for drivers to exercise extra caution when driving in poor weather conditions. Key recommendations include:
- Reducing speed on slippery roads.
- Maintaining a safe distance from vehicles ahead.
- Carefully checking the braking system and tires before long trips.
Conclusion
The multi-vehicle accident on the Noi Bai – Lao Cai Expressway is a wake-up call about the importance of adhering to traffic safety rules, especially in adverse weather conditions. Although there were no casualties, the incident highlights the need to raise driving awareness and individual responsibility when participating in traffic.
Always drive safely and cautiously to protect yourself and those around you.
Source: Dan Tri News
