On the morning of 23/5, a tractor-trailer carrying corrugated iron sheets unexpectedly dropped its cargo onto the Vanh dai 3 elevated road. A car equipped with a dashcam behind it quickly swerved left, narrowly avoiding a collision. Fortunately, because this incident occurred on the elevated section of Vanh dai 3, the sheets did not fall onto the lower road, which typically carries a higher volume of traffic including motorbikes, bicycles, and pedestrians.

Drivers should maintain a safe distance and avoid tailgating trucks. This practice provides sufficient reaction time if cargo unexpectedly falls onto the road.

Conversely, cargo drivers must ensure their loads are securely fastened before travel, especially for bulky or heavy materials. This precaution prevents items from falling onto the road and causing accidents for other vehicles.

According to Decree 168 on road traffic penalties, the act of allowing materials to fall onto the road, thereby endangering traffic safety, carries a fine of 2-4 million dong.

Pham Hai