Motorcyclists (65) seriously injured after tram accident in Graz!
Motorcyclists (65) seriously injured after tram accident in Graz!
A serious traffic accident occurred around 6 p.m. in the St. Leonhard district of Graz in the St. Leonhard district of Graz. A 65-year-old motorcycle driver from the Leibnitz district collided head-on with a tram in the crossing area Plüddemanngasse and Krenngasse. In the accident, the motorcyclist was seriously injured and thrown against the windscreen of the tram. The emergency services were quickly on site and the injured person was immediately admitted to the LKH Graz. The exact cause of the accident is currently still unclear what the investigation is raising.The incident throws a light on safety in road traffic, especially in urban areas, where many road users come together in a confined space. Also in similar cases it can be seen that accidents on rain -wet streets are a common risk. On the same day, a 59-year-old Vespa driver skidded in Graz-Mariatrost and collided with an oncoming regular bus. Fortunately, the passengers remained unharmed on the bus and his passenger. The driver was also brought to the LKH Graz because of his injuries. The traffic was mutually stopped during the police accident recording, and the Graz professional fire brigade took over the street cleaning. This illustrates the challenges that rainy weather for motorcyclists and other road users brings.
The numbers speak volumes
The recording of road traffic accidents with personal injury is an important topic in Austria that is systematically pursued. Data is electronically recorded by police organs and regularly transmitted to statistics Austria to ensure continuous observation of the accident. The results are published quarterly and annually in order to provide reliable information for accident research and prevention. Statistics illustrate that accidents on roads with public transport are particularly important and therefore require special attention. At a time when more and more vehicles are traveling in the cities, securing traffic safety is of the greatest importance.
The events of today are representative of the challenges in road traffic. It turns out that, especially in urban areas and in difficult weather conditions, fast reactions from the emergency services can be decisive in order to save lives and minimize injuries. Both the motorcyclists and other road users are required to always be careful and become aware of the potential dangers. Stay safely on the move!
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| Ort | Plüddemanngasse, Graz, Österreich |
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