In a recent incident in Três Rios, Rio de Janeiro, a water truck lost control and overturned while driving on Santo Cristo Street, crashing into a residential home located in the Ponto Azul neighborhood. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported as a result of the accident. The local television station, TV Rio Sul, reported on the aftermath, showing images of the overturned vehicle and the damage it caused to the house.

According to authorities, the Serviço Autônomo de Água e Esgoto de Três Rios (Saaetri) confirmed that the water truck service is operated by a third-party company. They stated that the company is currently taking the necessary steps to investigate the incident thoroughly. The driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle, leading to the dramatic accident that caused property damage but spared any human casualties.

As of the publication of the report, the water truck remains at the scene, with no timetable provided for its removal. This incident raises questions about road safety and the operational standards of third-party services employed by local authorities, highlighting the need for stringent oversight to prevent similar events in the future.