Firefighters from the Vesdre-Hoëgne & Plateau (VHP) rescue zone responded to a light traffic accident on Monday, March 27, on the A3/E40 towards Liège, near Soumagne. Following this incident, an additional accident occurred a hundred meters ahead, following which the Verviers ambulance reached the scene. In a statement released later, the VHP emphasized the importance of respecting the safety corridor for ensuring the smooth functioning of emergency vehicles.
The incident caused severe traffic congestion on the motorway, resulting in a complete standstill from the Battice interchange to Liège. According to reports on social media, the accident involved a truck and three cars, with congestion building up quickly.
Thankfully, the commander of the VHP rescue zone confirmed in the afternoon that the highway had reopened.
This Monday, March 27, firefighters from the Vesdre-Hoëgne & Plateau (VHP) rescue zone intervened to mark an ambulance on the A3/E40 in the direction of Verviers towards Liège, following a light traffic accident which occurred near Soumagne.
“An additional accident took place a hundred meters after the first accident. The Verviers ambulance went to the scene. Traffic is difficult in the area”communicated the VHP relief zone late Monday morning.
Before recalling the importance of respecting the safety corridor, “to allow emergency vehicles to reach the scene”.
On social networks we can read at the beginning of the afternoon, “motorway at a complete standstill from the Battice interchange in the direction of Liège”. It was an accident between a truck and three cars. “All the tapes are clogged” can we still read. Queues begin to form.
Around 1:15 p.m., the commander of the VHP rescue zone indicated “The highway is now open again”.
In conclusion, the recent traffic accidents on the A3/E40 serve as a reminder of the importance of respecting the safety corridor for emergency vehicles. We commend the quick response of the Vesdre-Hoëgne & Plateau rescue zone in marking the ambulance to safely reach the scene. Despite the difficulties faced by motorists in the area, we must prioritize the safety of those in need of urgent medical attention. Let us continue to drive carefully and responsibly to prevent such accidents from occurring in the future.