Traffic at the Apšupe intersection with the Liepāja highway is still restricted
Traffic remains restricted at the Apšupe intersection with the Liepāja highway following a crash between a truck and an intercity bus.
Traffic at the Apšupe intersection with the Liepāja highway continues to be limited after a serious collision occurred on Wednesday evening between a cargo truck and an intercity public bus. According to the information provided by the State Joint Stock Company 'Latvijas valsts ceļi', the road leading from Jelgava (Tušķi) to Tukums (P98) remains blocked towards Tukums. Traffic management is being carried out by the State Police, reflecting a prompt response to ensure safety and prevent further incidents.
The site of the traffic accident is still monitored by police personnel, with the cargo truck involved reported to have overturned on its side. This has led to ongoing restrictions in traffic flow, causing significant delays for motorists. Observations from the agency LETA indicate that the scene is still under watch by a police crew, emphasizing the severity of the situation and the careful management required to handle such incidents.
Emergency medical services reported that they attended to nine individuals at the crash scene, although specific details regarding their health status were not disclosed. This suggests that while immediate medical responses were deployed, there remains a degree of concern about the conditions of those involved in the accident. As investigations continue, authorities are expected to provide updates regarding the recovery and overall impact of this incident on the community.