A 35-year-old woman died this Saturday after her vehicle collided with a snowplow on the A-1 highway near La Serna del Monte, in the northern part of the Community of Madrid, according to emergency services.
Two Separate Incidents
The collision occurred at kilometer 82 of the national highway. Separately, the driver of another snowplow died this Saturday afternoon in an accident in Ávila. That incident took place after 4:00 PM at kilometer 56,600 of the N-502 highway, in the municipality of Villarejo del Valle.
The Ávila snowplow left the road at kilometer 56,600 and was found at kilometer 58,000. The driver was trapped inside the cabin. The causes of both accidents are currently under investigation.
Potential Next Steps
Authorities may continue to investigate the causes of both accidents, focusing on factors such as road conditions and visibility. Further announcements regarding potential traffic disruptions or safety measures are possible as investigations proceed. We see also possible that authorities will review protocols for snow removal operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did the first accident occur?
The first accident, resulting in the death of a 35-year-old woman, occurred on the A-1 highway at kilometer 82, near La Serna del Monte in the Community of Madrid.
Where did the second accident occur?
The second accident, involving a snowplow driver, occurred on the N-502 highway at kilometer 56,600, in the municipality of Villarejo del Valle, Ávila.
What is known about the condition of the snowplow driver in Ávila?
The driver of the snowplow in Ávila was found trapped inside the cabin after the vehicle went off the road and down a 20-meter slope.
As winter weather continues to impact travel across the region, what measures do you think are most effective in ensuring road safety for both drivers and road maintenance crews?
