In Saint Petersburg, a passenger bus suffered a sudden crash while on the move, according to Rise edition. The event unfolded at a busy junction where Stachek Street meets Trefoleva Street in the Kirovsky district. The Passazhiravtotrans press service explained that the root cause was an area where asphalt had been removed, leaving a rough patch that a low-floor bus could not overcome.
Officials stated that road works had left the roadway with gaps, and the bus could not navigate the hindrance at the intersection. The statement detailed the conditions in which the incident occurred and noted that no passengers or crew were hurt in the crash. The agency emphasized that the situation was a result of temporary road work and the associated surface irregularity, rather than a mechanical fault of the vehicle itself.
In related developments, authorities point to a pattern of ignition incidents involving Megapolis and blue line buses in Saint Petersburg over the past week. These incidents have raised concerns about electrical or fuel system vulnerabilities and the overall reliability of the city’s bus fleet. Investigations are ongoing to determine whether there are common factors contributing to these fires and to outline preventive measures for future operations.
Separately, a separate incident in the Voronezh region involved a passenger bus whose braking system failed, resulting in a collision with a traffic police inspector. Investigators are reviewing maintenance records and brake wear data to establish the sequence of events and to assess any systemic issues that might require fleet-wide checks. The focus remains on public safety and the prevention of similar failures that could endanger travelers and emergency personnel alike.