Truck fire on A2 at Peine: Finally free again!

Truck fire on A2 at Peine: Finally free again!

On Wednesday there was a spectacular incident on the A2 at Peine, in the direction of Hanover: a truck burned out completely. The fire that broke out at the Peine-Ost exit had massive consequences for road traffic. Fortunately, everyone involved was unharmed, but the damage to the road and the adjacent noise barrier made extensive repairs necessary. However, these could only be carried out after an elaborate examination for the cause of the fire.

like NDR , the extinguishing work came to an end on the early Wednesday evening. Around 120 firefighters were on duty to combat the fire and secure the site. The asbestos in the noise barrier, which required special precautions due to the high temperatures, was a special challenge.

traffic disruptions and diversions

The route was completely closed between Peine-Ost and Peine towards Hanover, which led to considerable traffic disruptions. However, the route has been released since Friday morning, with a two -lane traffic routing has been set up to ensure the vehicle flow. The car driving in traffic jams were provided with drinks by the fire brigade, which probably made some relief.

The cause of the fire could be related to the high asphalt temperature, which could have led to a tire rank during the hot summer day. According to MDR This led to a serious accident in which the tank of the vehicle was damaged and there was a fire. Fortunately, the driver and the passenger remained unharmed and were able to get to safety in good time.

repairs and long -term effects

The repair work on the affected route is urgently necessary. The truck fire not only damaged the road, but also the guardrail as well as the concrete and noise barrier. Currently, according to MDR , the renovations are currently not available, which is why the renovations are currently unclear. Daily construction sites are to be set up in the coming days and weeks, but no full closures of the highway are expected. A speed limit of 120 km/h already applies in this area.

Overall, the incident once again shows the importance of the traffic safety situation, as is also documented in road traffic accident statistics. These statistics serve as the basis for measures in legislation, traffic education as well as in road construction and in vehicle technology, such as Destatis . Reliable and comprehensive data on accident frequency and the causes of the accident are collected here to minimize the risk on the streets.