Feb 19 • 20:05 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Car Hits Hospital Wall and Strikes Ambulances in Independência

A car crashed into a hospital wall in Independência, Brazil, striking two parked ambulances, but fortunately, no injuries were reported.

On Wednesday, 18th, a car breached the external area of a hospital in Independência, Brazil, crashing into two ambulances that were parked in the facility's lot. The incident occurred without any injuries, as the ambulances were stationary during the collision.

According to the local government, the driver reported that the car experienced a mechanical failure, which rendered the brakes inoperable and caused the accident. The situation raised concerns about vehicle maintenance and safety protocols, particularly regarding vehicles operating in busy environments such as hospital areas.

Following the incident, the driver remained at the scene and negotiated with the hospital management to cover the damage costs. The two ambulances were subsequently sent to a workshop for repairs, highlighting the impacts of unexpected accidents on emergency services in the region.

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