Rhine-Sieg district - Two minor injuries in accidents caused by snow
Two women were slightly injured in two accidents caused by snow and slippery roads in the Rhein-Sieg district on Sunday evening. According to police reports on Monday night, a 60-year-old woman's car overturned near Niederkassel, presumably due to her speed not being adapted to the weather conditions. The car came to rest on its roof next to the road. The driver sustained minor injuries in the accident and was taken to hospital.
A short time later, another accident occurred near Lohmar due to the snow. A 28-year-old woman collided with the blade of an oncoming snow clearing vehicle on the Landesstraße 288. According to a police spokesperson, the woman stated that she had slipped slightly before the collision due to the road conditions. The driver was taken to hospital with minor injuries. The 41-year-old driver of the snow clearing vehicle was uninjured.
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In the same Rhine-Sieg district, where recent accidents happened, traffic can be unpredictable during winter due to adverse weather conditions. Germany, being a country known for its extensive road network, encounters numerous similar incidents in regions like North Rhine-Westphalia, especially during periods of heavy snowfall. The 60-year-old woman's accident near Niederkassel serves as a reminder for drivers to adjust their speed according to the prevailing weather conditions to avoid unnecessary risks. Lastly, the incident involving the 28-year-old woman and the snow clearing vehicle near Lohmar underscores the importance of maintaining caution while driving on slippery roads.
Source: www.stern.de
