Feb 12 • 14:23 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina La Nacion (ES)

They were going in the same direction on a two-lane road and still collided: one dead and two seriously injured

A tragic collision in Santa Fe, Argentina, resulted in one fatality and two serious injuries involving a car and a truck on a dual-lane road.

In a tragic incident on the Circunvalación Oeste in Santa Fe, Argentina, a collision occurred early Thursday morning between a car and a truck, both traveling in the same direction. The crash resulted in the death of the car's driver, while a passenger and the truck driver were taken to the Provincial Hospital "José María Cullen" with serious injuries. The collision happened around 1:30 AM near a recycling plant, though details about the circumstances surrounding the crash remain scarce as investigations are ongoing.

The victim of the accident was identified as the driver of the smaller vehicle, highlighting the dangers posed by larger trucks on the roads. The truck was transporting corn, which spilled onto the road upon impact, complicating the scene for first responders and prompting traffic disruptions. Local authorities are conducting an investigation to determine the exact causes and any potential violations of traffic regulations that may have contributed to the accident.

This incident underscores the continuous concern for road safety in Argentina, particularly as vehicle volumes increase. With numerous accidents involving heavy transport vehicles reported each year, this collision serves as a reminder of the need for improved safety measures and awareness among drivers, particularly on roads shared by cars and large trucks. The community awaits further information as the investigation unfolds and hopes for a thorough analysis that may prevent future tragedies of this nature.

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