A 57‑year‑old operator of a sand spreader was injured when the vehicle hit barriers and overturned on a viaduct in Mniszek at just before 9 a.m., blocking traffic.
Incident Details
At just before 9 a.m. a sand spreader lost traction on a viaduct in the village of Mniszek, Wolanów municipality, Radomski County, causing the vehicle to collide with energy‑absorbing barriers and overturn.
Injured Operator
The 57‑year‑old driver was hurt in the crash. EMTs on the scene administered first aid before transporting him to a nearby hospital.
Emergency Response
Firefighters secured the accident scene, removed wreckage from the roadway, and assisted in restoring the area. Police documented the incident and directed traffic during the operation.
Traffic Disruption
During rescue and clean‑up, the entire viaduct was blocked, forcing drivers to contend with severe delays on that segment of the road.
Investigation
Police are investigating the cause of the loss of control, with preliminary findings suggesting the operator did not adjust speed to the road conditions.
