A four-vehicle crash on the M-8 Kholmogory highway near Arkhangelsk left five people injured, according to a report shared on the regional emergency services Telegram channel. The incident took place on a Sunday morning close to the Zelenets neighborhood, a region known for its mix of urban and rural roads that can become challenging in early light and damp conditions.
Initial details indicate that five individuals were hurt as a result of the collision, with injuries ranging in severity. They were promptly transported by emergency medical teams for assessment and treatment. The Ministry of Emergency Situations noted that a UAZ vehicle burst into flames following the collision, adding another layer of urgency to the response. Fire crews moved quickly to extinguish the blaze and prevent its spread to nearby compartments and other vehicles.
Photographs from the scene show the UAZ flatbed severely damaged, with the chassis cracked and the cab wrecked by the force of the impact. Two additional cars sustained significant front-end damage, illustrating the severity of the disruption on this stretch of the M-8. In total, eleven people were traveling in the vehicles involved, highlighting the potential for higher casualty figures in such accidents when more occupants are present.
In related regional safety news, authorities remind drivers that even routine trips can involve sudden hazards, particularly on weather-affected roads. The Arkhangelsk region continues to emphasize swift emergency response, coordinated dispatch, and visible road-traffic management to minimize risk and speed up care for anyone who sustains injuries on public highways.