Traffic chaos between Wiesbaden and Mainz after a truck accident

Traffic chaos between Wiesbaden and Mainz after a truck accident

A serious accident significantly affected the traffic between Wiesbaden and Mainz on Thursday afternoon. A truck overturned on the A60 motorway in the curve area of ​​the Ginsheim-Gustavsburg departure, which led to massive traffic jams and disabilities.

The 58-year-old driver, who was sitting behind the steering wheel at the time of the incident, lost control of his vehicle and was seriously injured. Firefighters had to free him from the cab because he was trapped. Despite the severity of his injuries, the police authorities have announced that his condition is not life -threatening.

traffic disruptions and rescue use

The A671 motorway towards Wiesbaden as well as relevant departures and driveways are currently closed due to the accident. The police have classified the affected roads as unusually heavily burdened, and drivers have to expect considerable delays. The rescue helicopter, which was also alerted, was ultimately not used, which may be due to the fast and effective intervention of the fire brigade.

The reciprocated truck is expected to take some time, which further tightens the already tense traffic situation. It should also be noted that numerous drivers on the A3 around Frankfurt are affected by further accidents, which also strains the patience of the commuters.

The events of the day illustrate the risks that exist in road traffic, especially when dealing with large vehicles such as truck. The incident underlines the importance of precautionary measures and compliance with traffic rules in order to avoid similar tragedies in the future

With the constant disorders in traffic, officials and rescue teams on the A60 are looking for solutions to control the situation. In the meantime, many drivers have to be prepared to plan longer waiting times and use possible detours.

The work at the accident site is in full swing, and the authorities work closely together to release the route as soon as possible. The commitment of the emergency services and the police to ensure public security is of great importance in such incidents.