VIDEO: Trucks collide on BR-135 in Miranda do Norte, MA
A collision involving two trucks occurred on BR-135 in Miranda do Norte, Maranhão, causing traffic disruptions.
In the morning of Wednesday, the 18th, a serious accident occurred on BR-135 in the municipality of Miranda do Norte, Maranhão, involving two trucks. Eyewitness footage shows a likely head-on collision where one of the vehicles was severely damaged. As of now, there are no confirmed details regarding any casualties or injuries resulting from the crash, nor information about the cause of the accident.
Emergency teams and the Federal Highway Police (PRF) were dispatched to the scene to manage the situation and regulate traffic, which experienced significant slowdowns as a result of the accident. The intersection of BR-135 at this location is a known route for heavy vehicle traffic, making such incidents a critical concern for road safety.
With the lack of immediate details surrounding victims or injuries, authorities will likely conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances leading to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of road safety on Brazil's highways, especially concerning large cargo vehicles, and the urgent need for preventive measures.