At 2:30 AM on May 28th, a serious traffic accident occurred on the Noi Bai – Lao Cai highway, on the section towards Sa Pa (Provincial Road 155). A cargo truck lost control and plunged about 50 meters into a ravine, injuring three occupants. The cause is under investigation, highlighting traffic safety concerns, especially regarding motorcycle and truck interactions on this route.
Sapa Truck Ravine Plunge: Detailed Breakdown
According to information from Colonel Pham Gia Chien, Head of the Traffic Police Department (Lao Cai Provincial Police), the closed-box truck with license plate 26C – 085.54, carrying goods, was traveling towards Lao Cai city from Sa Pa. Upon reaching the concrete bridge at km7+680, located in Tong Sanh 1 village, Tong Sanh commune, Bat Xat district, the truck suddenly lost control, overturned over the bridge railing and fell into the ravine.
Wrecked truck at the bottom of a ravine after falling off a bridge in Sapa.
The accident severely damaged the truck and injured the three occupants: Luong Van Hoc (born 1991), residing in He village, Chieng Khoang commune, Quynh Nhai district, Son La province; Lo Van Thanh, and a person named Thinh.
Swift Traffic Police Rescue Operation
Immediately upon receiving the report, traffic police forces promptly arrived to manage traffic flow, secure the scene, and coordinate with the Fire and Rescue Police Department (Provincial Police); Tong Sanh Commune Police, Bat Xat district; and Trung Chai Commune Police, Sa Pa town, to organize rescue efforts, provide initial first aid, and transport the victims to the hospital for emergency care.
Lessons Learned & Accident Prevention Measures
Although the original article does not mention motorcycles crashing into trucks, this accident highlights the inherent dangers of the mountainous and winding terrain in Sapa for all vehicles, especially motorcycles. Adhering to traffic laws, maintaining a safe distance from trucks, and driving at appropriate speeds are crucial for accident prevention. Authorities need to strengthen inspections, strictly handle traffic violations, and promote traffic safety awareness among road users. Currently, authorities are examining the scene to investigate and clarify the cause of the accident.
