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Truck fire on A2 near Peine: full closure and 2 hours of traffic jam!
A tire burst on the A2 near Peine led to a truck fire and the motorway was completely closed. Traffic disruptions expected.
Truck fire on A2 near Peine: full closure and 2 hours of traffic jam!
A tire burst on the A2 near Peine recently caused significant traffic problems when a truck burst into flames. The incident occurred today, July 3, 2025. The driver of the tractor-trailer was able to park the vehicle on the shoulder in time and get to safety uninjured Picture reported. The cargo consisted of airbags and car batteries, which further fueled the flames.
The heat damage to the roadway, the noise barrier and the parallel lane is enormous and required quick action. The noise barrier is now in danger of collapsing and needs to be replaced. Another problem will be the presence of asbestos in the wall, which will make the repair complex. The road also needs to be milled over a large area and resurfaced.
Traffic disruptions and diversions
The truck fire led to a complete closure of the highway, which is expected to last until Saturday morning. Traffic is diverted at the Peine junction, which has already led to a backlog up to the BS-Hafen junction. Drivers should expect a delay of around two hours. The police strongly advise people to avoid the scene as far as possible. Diversions in the direction of Hanover lead via the A39 from the Wolfsburg junction and via the A7; A northern bypass via the A39 or B4 and B188 is also recommended.
Safety risks due to tire bursts
Burst tires on trucks represent a serious danger and, as in the current case, can lead to catastrophic consequences. Continental highlights that truck and bus tires are particularly at risk due to their high pressure. The consequences can be not only accidents, but also long waiting times on the motorway.
The ADAC TruckService company also warns that the number of breakdowns caused by tire damage is increasing sharply in extreme temperatures, such as those that last occurred in the record summer of 2015. Overheated tires are more susceptible to damage, which is often caused by low tire pressure. Prevention through regular maintenance and checks is therefore essential. ADAC recommends checking the air pressure every two weeks in summer and every four weeks in winter and tightening wheel nuts after 50 to 100 km.
In summary, the incident on the A2 shows not only the dangers of a tire blowout, but also the far-reaching consequences that can result from it. While drivers and other road users still need to pay attention to safety measures, comprehensive prevention strategies are needed to prevent such situations in the future.