Drama in Alpbach: Driver jumps out of rolling vehicle!

Drama in Alpbach: Driver jumps out of rolling vehicle!

A dramatic afternoon in Tyrol: Two frightening traffic accidents occurred in Alpbach, which kept the emergency services on their toes. At around 4:50 p.m., a 22-year-old Austrian driver alerted the control center when his vehicle left the road for reasons that are still unclear. The car fell several meters into the Alpbach. Police report that the man was seriously injured, while four pensioners who were in an ambulance suffered unspecified injuries. All five people were taken to hospitals in several emergency vehicles ORF Tyrol reported.

But that wasn't all! That same morning, due to the winter conditions, a 64-year-old man from Alpbach experienced how quickly things can become dangerous. He was traveling on a private road to the Bischoferalm, stopped briefly to attach snow chains and then reversed into a bay. Suddenly the car started skidding! The driver was able to escape at the last second by jumping out of the vehicle before it fell over a steep embankment and was stopped by trees around 20 meters away. The car was totally damaged, but fortunately the driver was uninjured All in Tyrol.

Winter dangers on the roads

These incidents clearly show how risky winter road conditions are in the region. While the police and emergency services are constantly on duty, drivers must be particularly vigilant and careful to avoid similar accidents. Both events underline the importance of safety precautions and responsible handling of winter conditions.