A truck carrying agricultural products overturned on Bao Loc Pass, causing a severe traffic jam that lasted for hours, affecting the movement of residents and tourists. By 5:15 PM on the same day, authorities had completed the rescue operation, cleared the scene, and reopened traffic on the pass.
At approximately 2:00 PM on the same day, at Km 97+950 on National Highway 20, passing through Bao Loc Pass in Da Huoai district, Lam Dong province, a truck with license plate 84C-050.12, driven by Thach Sa Ranl (37 years old, residing in Tra Vinh province), was traveling in the direction of Bao Loc to Ho Chi Minh City. The truck was carrying agricultural products such as coffee and tea.
Upon reaching the above location, the truck suddenly lost control, crashed into the roadside mountain wall, and overturned. The truck overturning blocked the entire road, causing complete traffic congestion on Bao Loc Pass. Notably, the overturned truck struck a 7-seater car with license plate 51K-107.14, driven by Huynh Dai Loc (residing in Go Vap district, Ho Chi Minh City), which was moving in the opposite direction.
At the same time, two motorcycles with license plates 77E-423.54 and 54L2-291.04 could not react in time and crashed into the rear of the 7-seater car, creating a multi-vehicle accident. The multi-vehicle accident on Bao Loc Pass not only caused traffic congestion but also injured two people. The victims were quickly taken to the hospital by locals.
Overturned truck carrying agricultural products after losing control and crashing into a mountain wall on Bao Loc Pass
Immediately after receiving the report, the Traffic Police (CSGT) of Lam Dong province quickly arrived at the scene to regulate traffic, divert traffic, and conduct rescue operations. At 5:15 PM on the same day, after hours of effort, the authorities completed the removal of the overturned truck and related vehicles from the scene. Traffic on Bao Loc Pass was restored, and residents and tourists can travel with peace of mind.
Traffic police regulating traffic at the scene of the truck overturning on Bao Loc Pass
Currently, the cause of the truck overturning on Bao Loc Pass is being investigated by the Lam Dong Provincial Police. The incident once again raises a warning bell about traffic safety on mountain passes, especially for trucks carrying goods. Thoroughly checking vehicles before moving, adhering to speed limits, and maintaining a safe distance are crucial to avoid unfortunate accidents.
Accident scene of an overturned truck carrying agricultural products on Bao Loc Pass, with several people injured
Truck overturned sideways, blocking the road and causing traffic congestion on Bao Loc Pass
Long traffic jam stretching from the beginning of Bao Loc Pass due to the overturned truck carrying agricultural products
The accident of the truck overturning on Bao Loc Pass is a reminder of the potential dangers of traveling on mountain roads. Transport businesses and drivers need to raise their sense of responsibility, ensure safety for each trip, contribute to reducing traffic accidents, and protect the lives and property of themselves and the community.
