On Monday, a truck accident occurred on the R102 Cornubia highway in KwaZulu Natal, resulting in one person being injured.
The incident took place during rush hour, causing significant traffic delays and drawing the attention of onlookers.
The accident involved a large truck and a smaller vehicle. According to eyewitnesses, the smaller vehicle was attempting to change lanes when it collided with the truck. The impact caused the smaller vehicle to spin out of control and crash into the highway barrier.
Emergency services were called to the scene immediately. Paramedics provided medical assistance to the injured individual and then transported them to the nearest hospital for further treatment. The extent of their injuries is currently unknown.
Authorities arrived at the accident site to investigate the cause of the collision. Initial findings suggest that the accident may have been caused by a failure to yield or a momentary lapse in attention. However, a thorough investigation will be conducted to determine the exact cause.
As a result of the accident, traffic on the highway was heavily affected, with long queues forming in both directions. Police officers worked diligently to redirect traffic and clear the wreckage from the road, allowing for the resumption of normal traffic flow.
