Concrete mixer truck loses tank on Riga bypass
On Saturday, the tank of a concrete mixer truck detached on the Riga bypass A5 near the hydroelectric plant, with no injuries reported and traffic unaffected.
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An unusual traffic incident occurred on Saturday, June 20, around 1:28 PM on the Riga bypass highway A5 near the Riga Hydroelectric Power Plant. Police officers on patrol noticed that the tank of a concrete mixer truck had become detached and was lying on the roadway.
According to the State Police, no one was injured in the incident. Traffic on the bypass has not been restricted, and vehicles can move freely. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the detachment—why the tank separated from the vehicle.
While such events are rare, they can pose a hazard on the road. Police urge drivers to remain cautious and adhere to safety regulations.
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