At around 8:00 PM on February 1 (the 4th day of the Lunar New Year), a serious multi-vehicle crash occurred at Km61+900 on the Phan Thiet – Dau Giay Expressway, in Xuan Tam Commune, Xuan Loc District, Dong Nai Province. The incident left three people in a passenger car critically injured and hospitalized.
Scene of the multi-vehicle crash on Phan Thiet – Dau Giay Expressway
Accident Details
According to preliminary reports, the collision involved a passenger car with Ho Chi Minh City license plates and two sleeper buses traveling from Binh Thuan to Ho Chi Minh City. The passenger car was sandwiched between the two buses, causing severe deformation of its body. Three occupants inside the car sustained critical injuries and were rushed to the hospital.
Many passengers aboard the two sleeper buses were shocked following the violent impact. Some had to evacuate the buses for safety while authorities were delayed in reaching the scene due to the complex situation.
Response and Handling
Upon receiving the report, officers from Highway Patrol Unit 6 (Traffic Police Department, Ministry of Public Security) immediately arrived at the scene to coordinate the response. Officers worked to redirect traffic flow to prevent prolonged congestion on this vital expressway.
By 11:00 PM the same day, authorities, along with local officials, conducted an investigation at the scene, collecting data to determine the cause of the accident. Due to the scale of the incident, traffic through the area faced significant delays, causing backups stretching several kilometers.
Preliminary Cause and Warnings
Although the exact cause is still under investigation, transportation experts suggest that failing to maintain a safe distance between vehicles on the highway could be one contributing factor. Particularly during the Lunar New Year period, when traffic volume surges, drivers are urged to adhere strictly to traffic laws and exercise greater caution.
Additionally, driver fatigue during long trips remains a potential risk factor for accidents. Drivers should take adequate rest breaks and adhere to speed limits to ensure safety for themselves and others.
Conclusion
The multi-vehicle crash on the Phan Thiet – Dau Giay Expressway serves as a stark reminder of the importance of obeying traffic laws and enhancing driving awareness. To minimize accident risks, all road users should proactively adopt safety measures such as maintaining proper distances, inspecting vehicles before trips, and avoiding driving while fatigued.
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Source: dantri.com.vn
