2024-11-23 17:57:00
There was a fatal accident on Highway 40 yesterday.said a public works staff member from the provincial highway bureau. A total of nine people were injured, one of whom was transferred to Neuquén. This is what is currently known about the accident.
Commissioner Iván Melo Flores explains to RÍO NEGRO daily The accident occurred 23 kilometers from Sapala, a few minutes before 3 pm, involving a provincial highway truck and a traffic vehicle.
“The passenger vehicle collided with the truck,” he said. exist The principal, two teachers, a guard, unit driver and two minors were traveling in school traffic.
In addition, Melo Flores said that based on the expertise on site, The vehicle was parked on the side of the road. The reason is “under investigation.”
He expressed It was unclear whether the highway worker died in the truck chase. or whether he is directly affected by traffic. If you can know there are two people The victim was not in the car at the time.
Route 40 fatal accident: where injured were transported
In their published report On Friday evening, the Ministry of Health reported where the injured were taken:
- A woman was referred to Neuquen Provincial Hospital with an eye injury.
- A woman was admitted to Sapa Hospital with chest trauma.
- A woman was admitted to Sapara Hospital with fractures of hip and femur.
- The girl was admitted to Sapara Hospital with mild brain trauma.
- The man was admitted to Sapara Hospital with multiple injuries.
- Woman under observation in the ward of Sapara Hospital due to chest trauma.
They reported that three other people involved in the incident, two men and one woman, have since been released from the hospital. The highway worker who got off his vehicle was identified as Carlos Alberto Cataranoun
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**What were the main causes identified in the investigation of the Highway 40 accident?**
**Interview with Commissioner Iván Melo Flores about the Fatal Accident on Highway 40**
**Interviewer:** Good afternoon, Commissioner Melo Flores. Thank you for joining us today to discuss the tragic accident on Highway 40 that occurred yesterday. Can you start by telling us what happened?
**Commissioner Melo Flores:** Good afternoon, and thank you for having me. The accident occurred about 23 kilometers from Sapala, just before 3 p.m. It involved a collision between a provincial highway truck and a passenger vehicle that was transporting several individuals, including teachers and students.
**Interviewer:** That sounds distressing. How many people were involved in the incident, and what were the outcomes for those injured?
**Commissioner Melo Flores:** In total, there were nine people injured in the accident. Unfortunately, one individual had to be transferred to a medical facility in Neuquén due to the severity of their injuries. We are currently gathering all the necessary information to understand the full scope of the incident.
**Interviewer:** What do we know about the circumstances leading up to the crash? Was there any indication as to why the vehicles collided?
**Commissioner Melo Flores:** The initial investigation revealed that the passenger vehicle was parked on the side of the road when it was struck by the truck. The precise reasons behind this are still under investigation, and we are looking into all possible factors that may have contributed to the crash.
**Interviewer:** Were there any children among the injured, given that school staff were involved?
**Commissioner Melo Flores:** Yes, there were children in the passenger vehicle, along with two teachers and other staff. Fortunately, we have been able to provide support and ensure that the families of those affected are receiving the necessary assistance during this difficult time.
**Interviewer:** What steps are being taken moving forward in terms of the investigation?
**Commissioner Melo Flores:** Our team is thoroughly reviewing all aspects of the accident, including eyewitness accounts, vehicle conditions, and any relevant road safety measures. We aim to ensure that such tragedies are prevented in the future. Additionally, we are working closely with local authorities to maintain safety on our highways.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Commissioner Melo Flores, for your insights. We hope for the swift recovery of those injured and that the investigation leads to important safety improvements.
**Commissioner Melo Flores:** Thank you for having me, and I appreciate the opportunity to share this information.
