Patna’s morning commute turned tragic today when thick fog triggered a horrific three-vehicle crash, killing two and injuring four. The pileup happened on a fog-shrouded highway, highlighting the dangers of winter driving in India’s fog-prone regions.
Details emerged of the 6:45 AM incident: a lorry lost control in zero visibility, ramming a sedan carrying a family. The impact propelled the sedan into a three-wheeler, crumpling all three machines into a mangled heap. Emergency services arrived swiftly, but not before two victims perished at the scene.
Medical teams reported severe head and chest injuries among the survivors, now battling for life in intensive care. Police suspect the truck driver dozed off, a common fog-related risk. Forensic teams are analyzing skid marks and black box data to confirm.
This crash adds to Patna’s grim toll from seasonal fog, which claims dozens yearly. Transportation officials blame inadequate road signage and lack of fog-proof infrastructure. ‘We need advanced warning systems,’ demanded a victims’ advocate. In response, speed limits have been slashed on key routes, with drone surveillance planned for monitoring.
As the fog lifts, questions linger on road safety reforms. Grieving relatives demand stricter enforcement, vowing no more lives lost to nature’s veil.