Mass crash in the Wolfsberg tunnel: five injured, children among the victims!

Mass crash in the Wolfsberg tunnel: five injured, children among the victims!

On August 14, 2025, a serious accident occurred in the Wolfsberg Tunnel at around 11:20 a.m. A 46-year-old German braked in the fast lane for unknown reasons. This resulted in following vehicles not being able to stop in time, which in turn resulted in several impact collisions. Both Austrian and German drivers were involved in the mass crash.

Five people were injured in the accident, including two children. A 38-year-old German car driver was particularly affected, and his two children were also injured. These three injured people were immediately taken to the Villach LKH, while the other injured people were transferred to the Spittal/Drau hospital. The rapid response of the emergency services was crucial in order to quickly treat the injured.

Operations and closure of the tunnel

The Wolfsberg Tunnel remained closed between 11:20 a.m. and 12:57 p.m. due to the accident. The emergency services included the Spittal/Drau and St. Peter fire departments, which were on site with five vehicles and 20 emergency services. The Red Cross was also on duty with three ambulances and an emergency ambulance, as was the Spittal/Drau motorway police, which helped clarify the circumstances of the accident.

The exact circumstances that led to this unfortunate incident are currently unclear. While the police continue their investigation, the cause of the suddenly braking vehicle remains of great interest.

This tragic episode in the Wolfsberg Tunnel highlights the need for increased traffic safety, especially in tense traffic situations. It is a strong reminder for all road users to drive carefully and maintain safe distances to avoid such accidents.