A tragic accident occurred on Saturday, October 7th, on LMG-628 in Unaí, Brazil, where a truck loaded with 21 thousand liters of diesel and 2 thousand liters of gasoline overturned, leading to the death of the driver. The driver became trapped in the wreckage and was unresponsive when emergency services, including the firefighters and SAMU, arrived on the scene. Despite attempts to rescue him, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The incident also raised environmental concerns as fuel spilled into a nearby creek, prompting the activation of the Núcleo de Emergência Ambiental (NEA) to assess the environmental impact of the spillage. The company responsible for the cargo was notified to take necessary actions for the transfer of fuel to prevent further environmental damage, indicating the seriousness of the situation beyond just the accident.

Authorities, including the Civil Police, conducted an investigation into the accident, which involved releasing the body of the deceased driver after standard procedures. The news highlights the dangers associated with transporting such large quantities of flammable materials and the potential for environmental hazards stemming from accidents involving hazardous materials.