The accident occurred just after 4pm on Wednesday. Brigadier General was the first to arrive on the scene. Andrzej Podlak, acting commander of the West Pomeranian Cantonal Fire Department, immediately began rescuing the injured. Shortly thereafter, firefighters from higher divisions joined the action. JRG 2 Remigiusz Nocon in Szczecin.
Both firefighters carried out rescue efforts until medical and rescue teams arrived. Firefighters from Volunteer Fire Department Sonono, Volunteer Fire Department Jarowo and JRG Stargard also participated in the operation. Police officers, two ambulances and road services were at the scene.
Western Pomerania: DW 142 blocked
Participants and rescuers reported difficult weather conditions at Chosiwerka. The roads were covered in fog, greatly reducing visibility. There was a long traffic jam in the area where the accident occurred.
The collision caused the ambulance to overturn and fall into a ditch, and both vehicles were seriously damaged. The driver of the car and a passenger in the ambulance were injured. The injured were taken to a hospital in Szczecin.
The accident led to the complete closure of Provincial Highway 142 for several hours. Police are currently investigating the cause and progress of the incident. The accident was initially determined to have occurred at the 16 kilometer mark on the road.
Accident near Stargard. Police are investigating the situation in detail and are appealing for caution.
Emergency services are reminding motorists to be extra careful on the roads, especially in bad weather. Fog and limited visibility can lead to dangerous situations such as the one that occurred at Chosiwelka.
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