Chaos on the A4: storm causes mass accidents at Chemnitz

Chaos on the A4: storm causes mass accidents at Chemnitz

storm damage and its consequences on the A4

The effects of extreme weather conditions should not be underestimated. A recent storm led to a massive traffic disruption on the A4 in the afternoon, which resulted in 25 vehicles and several injuries.

Details on the incidents

in Saxony, more precisely on the A4 between Dresden and Chemnitz, several serious accidents occurred in a row at Berbersdorf. According to the police, the accidents came about due to heavy rain, in which the drivers had not adapted their speed. This led to a mass crash in which a total of nine different accidents were found.

injured and serious property damage

The accidents demanded eleven injuries, including a person with serious injuries. Some of these were brought to guest houses with rescue helicopters, which illustrates the seriousness of the Situation. The police estimate the damage caused by property at around 200,000 euros.

Transport and traffic jam

The motorway was completely closed in the direction of Chemnitz from 3 p.m. to 7:20 p.m., which resulted in a considerable backlog. Road users were redirected to the A14 at the Nossen motorway triangle. In the meantime, there was also an accident in the opposite direction in the opposite direction in the direction of Dresden, but without personnel injuries.

teaching and reactions by the authorities

The events on the A4 clearly show the dangers that are associated with sudden swings. Police spokesman emphasized how important it is to adapt the speed in external conditions to minimize risks. Public awareness of the dangers in road traffic must be sharpened, especially in adverse weather conditions.

another dangerous weekend on the streets

Near the scene of the accident on the A4 there was another serious accident on the A14 on Sunday evening, where a vehicle came off the street. These events throw a light on the persistent problem of traffic safety in connection with the changing weather conditions and the responsibility of the drivers.