Three people were injured Monday afternoon in a two-vehicle collision in the Freilandgebiet of Berg im Drautal after a driver struck a vehicle slowing down to turn left. According to the Greifenburg police, the 49-year-old driver, her 13-year-old daughter, and a 31-year-old driver were all transported to BKH Lienz for treatment.
What caused the collision on the Drautal Straße?
The accident occurred when a 49-year-old woman from the Spittal an der Drau district attempted to make a left turn. She had reduced her speed due to oncoming traffic at the time of the incident.
A 31-year-old woman from the Kitzbühel district then drove into the vehicle ahead of her. Officials from the Greifenburg police station stated the cause of the collision is currently unknown.
Who was injured and how were they treated?
Both drivers and the 49-year-old’s 13-year-old daughter sustained injuries during the crash. After receiving initial medical care on-site, the ambulance service transported the victims to BKH Lienz.
In addition to the ambulance service, the Grafenstein road maintenance department and the Berg im Drautal volunteer fire department were deployed to the scene.
What may happen next?
The Greifenburg police station may continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash to identify the unknown cause. Local authorities could also evaluate the impact on the Drautal Straße following the involvement of the road maintenance department.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did the accident occur?
The collision took place in the Freilandgebiet of Berg im Drautal on the Drautal Straße.
Who was involved in the crash?
The accident involved a 49-year-old woman from Spittal an der Drau, her 13-year-old daughter, and a 31-year-old woman from the Kitzbühel district.
Where were the victims taken for medical treatment?
According to the Greifenburg police, the injured parties were taken to BKH Lienz by the ambulance service.
How does oncoming traffic impact a driver’s decision to slow down during a turn?
