A wave of traffic accidents swept across Germany and neighboring countries on July 4, 2024, resulting in multiple injuries, fatalities, and significant property damage. The most severe incident occurred in Koblenz, where a truck carrying construction waste crashed off a bridge on the B9 highway. The 35-year-old driver suffered severe injuries after the vehicle fell approximately five meters, breaking through the guardrail due to its speed and weight. This accident echoes a previous incident on the Europabrücke in Koblenz, highlighting the area’s recent surge in traffic-related incidents.In Velen, Germany, a tourist bus veered off a narrow rural road and fell into a ditch, leaving 26 passengers, mostly elderly, stranded. The fire department was called to rescue the passengers who were unable to free themselves from the damaged vehicle. Meanwhile, on the A9 highway near Greding, a sports car lost control on a wet road, sliding 1.5 kilometers down a slope before crashing into a pedestrian underpass. The 42-year-old driver sustained severe injuries, with damage estimated at around 81,000 euros.One of the most tragic incidents occurred on the L422 road between Ingelheim and Heidesheim, where a collision between a truck and a small van resulted in two fatalities and two severe injuries. This accident, along with others reported throughout the day, has led to multiple road closures and traffic disruptions across the region.These incidents underscore the ongoing challenges of road safety, particularly during adverse weather conditions. Authorities are urging drivers to exercise caution, especially on wet roads, and to adhere to speed limits and traffic regulations to prevent further accidents.
Key points
- A construction waste truck crashed off a bridge in Koblenz, severely injuring the driver.
- A tourist bus accident in Velen left 26 passengers stranded.
- A collision between a truck and a small van on the L422 road resulted in two deaths and two severe injuries.
- Multiple accidents across Germany have led to road closures and traffic disruptions.
