Truck drama on A6: sweets in flames, Sinsheim closed!

Truck drama on A6: sweets in flames, Sinsheim closed!

Bad Rappenau, Deutschland - drama on the A6! A truck loaded with sweets provided chaos at Bad Rappenau (Heilbronn district) when a mature burst and the vehicle opened in flames. Fortunately, the 55-year-old driver, who was traveling towards Sinsheim, was able to save himself with minor injuries. But the accident had devastating consequences: the truck crashed into the middle guides, overturned and ignited in a spectacular fireball!

The highway was immediately blocked in both directions so as not to hinder the fire brigade during the extinguishing work. While the road towards Nuremberg could be released again in the morning, the A6 in the direction of Sinsheim remains closed - and for an indefinite time! The police warn drivers of the massive traffic disruptions and recommend alternative routes.

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The truck transported around 19 tons of confectionery and hygiene items. The enormous swaths of smoke that were created by the fire made a quick reaction from the emergency services necessary. The Situation is tense and the cleanup could still drag on. Drivers should prepare for long waiting times and keep an eye on the current traffic reports!