On the morning of Tuesday, October 10, a truck transporting frozen goods overturned at kilometer 84 of BR-040 within the Papagaio tunnel in Serra de Petrópolis, a mountainous region in Rio de Janeiro. Witnesses reported that the driver lost control of the vehicle after navigating a curve in the tunnel. Fortunately, the Federal Highway Police have confirmed that there were no injuries from this incident, which could have been serious given the circumstances.

Following the accident, the traffic is partially blocked in the affected area, contributing to a traffic jam of over 4 kilometers as authorities work to clear the site. The incident highlights the risks associated with transporting goods through mountainous and winding roads, especially under challenging conditions. There is a significant focus on traffic safety in such regions, where accidents can easily lead to more severe consequences.

The responsible concessionaire, Elovias, is managing the situation and has been in communication with the public to inform them about the current traffic conditions. With the ongoing work from the highway authorities, drivers are advised to exercise caution when navigating through steep terrains and to be aware of potential delays as the situation is resolved.