Eight trucks collide on M7 motorway as cold snap continues

By: MTI
2009-01-14 09:43

At least eight trucks collided on the M7 motorway as it was covered by black ice in SW Hungary on Wednesday morning, the fire service said.

 

One man has struck in the wreckage, the scene is chaotic, the local fire service spokesman said.

 

Weather services have for days warned people to stay home and away from traffic if possible on Wednesday, as sleet is expected all around the country.

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