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A spectacular incident shook the streets of Salzgitter when a bramming van crashed to Wednesday night. The huge truck, loaded with heavy building materials, overturned and blocked the entire road. The fire brigade was immediately alerted and moved in with a large contingent to defuse the dangerous situation and save the driver.

The driver, a 45-year-old man, was only slightly injured and could be quickly freed from the wreck. However, the rescue work dragged on for several hours because the truck could not simply be erected. The emergency services had to use special devices in order to bring the tons of vehicle back to the wheels. The police blocked the street throughout the action, which led to considerable traffic disruptions.

rescue operation in full swing

The dramatic rescue operation attracted numerous onlookers who observed the action from a safe distance. "We don't build such a vehicle every day," said a fireman, while coordinating the complicated recovery. The emergency services worked hand in hand to minimize the dangers and release the road again as quickly as possible. The residents were relieved that the driver got away with the horror and praised the rapid reaction of the rescue workers.

The police have started the investigation into the exact cause of the accident. The first indications indicate that the driver may have lost control of the vehicle. The rescue work has now been completed and the road is released for traffic again. Nevertheless, the incident remains in the minds of the residents and the emergency services, which once again demonstrated how important their work is.