Saxon Switzerland and Eastern Ore Mountains: Two Beautiful Regions - A lorry trailer is burning on the A17, resulting in a temporary road block.
A truck driver was on his way out of Heidenholz's parking lot when his colleague spotted flames shooting up from the trailer. Moments later, the whole truck-trailer combo was ablaze. Thankfully, no one was hurt during this unfortunate event. However, the cause of the sparks is still a mystery, said a police representative on Tuesday morning.
The fire brought about a thick cloud of smoke near the parking lot entrance, causing the A17 to be blocked in both directions for approximately half an hour. It took an additional two and a half hours for the lane leading to Prague to reopen. The cost of repairing the damages is estimated to be around 20,000 euros.
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- Due to the full closure of the A17 caused by the fires, traffic in Saxon Switzerland was significantly affected, leading to delays and rerouting of vehicles.
- The police in Saxony are investigating the incident of the burning lorry trailer on the A17, hoping to uncover the cause of the mysterious sparks that led to the fire.
- Despite the full closure and resulting traffic disruption in Saxon Switzerland, tourists still flocked to Saxon Switzerland National Park, enjoying its picturesque landscapes and scenic views, notably the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.
Source: www.stern.de
