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Car on fire on A67: Temporary closure

Car on fire on A67: Temporary closure

Car on fire on A67: Temporary closure
Car on fire on A67: Temporary closure

On a chilly Wednesday night, chaos reigned on highway 67 close to Gernsheim, district of Groß-Gerau. A blazing vehicle caused quite the spectacle, halting traffic in its wake and leading to some unfortunate mishaps. The authorities confirmed, on the following day, that around 8 pm, a car was engulfed in flames on the emergency lane, situated just past the Gernsheim junction, heading towards Mannheim. The ensuing standstill triggered a series of chaotic events, culminating in a minor collision involving three hapless vehicles. Fortunately, the driver of the stricken car managed to escaped unscathed. With a single lane cordoned off for nearly an hour to bring the conflagration under control, the night's mayhem appeared to be far from over.

Despite the temporary disruption, South Hessia continued to face a relentless barrage of accidents. The incident served as a grim reminder that even a brief interruption could have far-reaching consequences. As of this moment, the latest updates regarding the fiery fiasco on A67 have yet to materialize.

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