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Tractor accident at Thanksgiving: Four injured in Gägelow!
Four people were injured in the tractor accident in Gägelow near Wismar on Thanksgiving Day, including a mother and her daughter.
Tractor accident at Thanksgiving: Four injured in Gägelow!
A harvest festival that was supposed to be a celebratory occasion in the tranquil community of Gägelow in the northwest Mecklenburg district ended on Saturday with a shocking incident. A total of four people were injured, some seriously, in a tractor accident during the celebrations. The incident occurred when the tailgate of the tractor-trailer opened unexpectedly while driving, presumably due to a technical defect. This caused several passengers to fall onto the road.
It was particularly tragic for a 44-year-old woman and her six-year-old daughter, who suffered serious injuries. Both were immediately taken to hospital, but their lives were never in danger. However, two other women aged 49 and 72 only suffered minor injuries in the form of abrasions and bruises. The police have already started an investigation into the exact cause of the accident. This is reported by the star.
Technical defects in focus
The incident sheds light on the safety regulations and handling of agricultural vehicles, as well as the site Be careful in traffic shows. Agricultural and forestry vehicles must comply with traffic law requirements. However, increasingly required adjustments and defects due to the heavy use of these vehicles can lead to dangerous situations. Safety is often at risk in slow-moving transport and work vehicles, especially when large attachments are involved.
The risk of accidents increases significantly if regular vehicle maintenance and inspections are neglected. The lighting, brakes, steering, tires and towing devices are particularly important and require special attention.
Fiesta or tragedy?
The tragic incident during Thanksgiving highlights how quickly a festive gathering can turn into a serious accident. The community in Gägelow is now confronted with the consequences and the need for well-functioning safety standards. The criminal police's investigations are of central importance in clarifying the background to the accident.
There is great sympathy in the region and it remains to be hoped that such incidents can be prevented in the future. Stay cautious on the road and observe safety, as well NDR vividly remembered.