County of Constance - Truck loaded with sparkling wine overturns on the A81
A truck loaded with champagne overturned on the A81 near Engen in the Konstanz district and blocked the road in a southern direction. As a result, a traffic jam of approximately 13 kilometers formed, according to the police. In addition, the champagne and operational equipment of the vehicle spilled onto the road. The autobahn was initially briefly closed, then traffic was rerouted via the Hegau West fuel station and rest area at the accident scene. A damage of at least 200,000 Euro was caused, the police added.
According to the police, the driver of the truck lost control of the trailer on a Saturday morning for unknown reasons. The trailer collided with the safety barrier first, then overturned and came to a lie across the road. The 40-year-old driver of the truck was thrown out of the cab during the overturning of the trailer and sustained minor injuries. He was taken to a hospital by rescue services.
Traffic jammed, between the interchanges Geisingen and Engen, a traffic jam of about 13 kilometers formed. The road was cleaned by emergency services. The recovery of the trailer and cargo took some time. Investigations into the cause of the accident were initiated.
Press release
In the aftermath of the incident, the Sparkling wine spilled onto the roadway, causing further complications for the police and emergency services. The truck accident took place in Baden-Württemberg's Konstanz district, a region known for its picturesque landscapes. Despite the road closure and traffic rerouting, the accident led to significant delays, with Constance residents and travelers experiencing prolonged Traffic. The police continue to investigate the causes of the accident, including any potential role of the Traffic conditions on the A81 at the time.
