Driver of Tanker Fire Truck Injured in Styria

A tank fire truck overturned during an operation on Friday afternoon in Riegersburg in southeastern Styria, injuring the driver. According to the fire department, the 54-year-old was on his way to provide technical assistance around 6:45 PM. The man veered onto the shoulder for unknown reasons and lost control of his vehicle, the police reported. The vehicle came to a stop lying on a sloping meadow.

Driver of Tank Fire Truck Taken to Hospital

The 54-year-old was given first aid on site by the Red Cross and an emergency doctor and was taken to the hospital. An alcohol test was negative. The affected Gleichenberger Straße (B66), on which the fire truck was traveling towards Feldbach, remained closed for about two hours. A local detour was set up.

(APA/Red)

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