A serious accident occurred in Sirmione this morning: two people lost their lives in a head-on collision involving two heavy vehicles and possibly a third vehicle. Law enforcement authorities are working to reconstruct the exact sequence of events.
The Accident’s Sequence of Events
The accident took place along the Regional Road 11, between Peschiera and Sirmione, shortly after 7:00 a.m. The head-on collision between the two heavy vehicles caused a column of black smoke that could be seen from afar, alarming the residents in the area. One of the vehicles involved caught fire immediately after the impact.
Law Enforcement and Emergency Response
Emergency services promptly responded to the scene of the accident. The Regional Emergency Agency dispatched a helicopter from Brescia under code red, but despite the efforts of the medical personnel on site, none of the injured were transported to the hospital. Unfortunately, the mission ended without any medical transfers.
Road Closure and Ongoing Investigations
Following the accident, Regional Road 11 was closed to traffic to allow the authorities to carry out the necessary rescue and investigation operations. Investigators are trying to determine the causes that led to the tragic collision.
Updates on this tragic event will continue to be provided as further details emerge from the ongoing investigations.
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