Fatal Truck Pileup on Maharlika Highway
A tragic accident occurred on Maharlika Highway in Barangay Balubad, Atimonan, Quezon, involving a pileup of three trucks. Reports indicate that one person died, while at least five others sustained injuries in the collision.
The three-truck crash caused significant disruption on the busy highway last Friday. According to local experts, the collision’s exact cause is still under investigation, but early accounts suggest that a sudden traffic slowdown may have led to the chain reaction.
Details of the Incident and Response
Community leaders said emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene to assist the injured and clear the wreckage. The injured were rushed to nearby medical facilities for treatment, with some said to be in critical condition.
Witnesses described the aftermath as chaotic, with debris scattered across the road and traffic halted for hours. “Isa ang patay at hindi bababa sa lima ang sugatan makaraang magkarambola ang tatlong truck,” one bystander recalled.
Safety Concerns on Maharlika Highway
This incident raises ongoing concerns about road safety along Maharlika Highway, a vital route in the region. Local authorities are urged to reassess traffic regulations and enforce stricter safety measures to prevent similar accidents in the future.
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