On Thursday evening, an ambulance responding to an emergency call collided with a passenger car at the intersection of Hämeentie and Halistentie in Turku. The accident occurred just under 800 meters from the Turku University Hospital, highlighting the potential seriousness of the incident given its proximity to a medical facility. According to Eemu Hyvönen, the duty fire chief, the collision resulted in considerable visible damage to both vehicles involved in the collision, which has raised concerns about the safety measures for emergency vehicles responding to urgent calls.

Eyewitness reports from the scene indicate that the ambulance, carrying three personnel, struck the passenger car at the intersection. The Southwest Finland police department is currently investigating the traffic accident to understand the circumstances leading up to the collision. As part of the emergency response, firefighters arrived to assist in extracting the individual from the passenger vehicle and took measures to prevent further accidents while ensuring the road was safe for traffic to resume.

All individuals involved in the accident were transported for further medical care due to the degree of injuries sustained in the collision. The incident has prompted discussions on the protocols surrounding emergency responses and the need for increased awareness among drivers regarding the presence of emergency vehicles on the roads. This collision not only stresses the importance of attention and caution at intersections but also highlights the significant risks faced by emergency responders in the line of duty.