Major accident on Kayskaya Mountain in Irkutsk linked to a pipe break caused road blockage and a multi-vehicle collision
A significant crash occurred on Kayskaya Mountain in Irkutsk when a burst pipe disrupted traffic and created a blockage on the roadway. The incident attracted attention on the regional police’s Telegram channel as authorities assessed the scene and began coordinating aid and safety measures for motorists involved in the disruption.
Initial information indicates that a network failure contributed to the incident, with authorities reporting that traffic in the affected stretch was restricted in both directions. Officials noted that at least 15 vehicles were involved, underscoring the scale of the disruption and the complexity of the response required to secure the area and manage the flow of incoming emergency units.
In published imagery, the congestion resulting from the collision of cars and trucks was evident, and one minibus struck the roof of another vehicle during the commotion. The visual record highlights the severity of the pileup and the urgency of the response as responders worked to stabilize the scene and prevent further harm from the evolving situation.
Reports from the site described a hot water pipe rupture at the location, with water pouring from the mountain and clouds of steam forming above the area. These dramatic conditions added to the challenge faced by responders as they inspected the area for additional hazards and sought to safeguard nearby residents and travelers.
Overall, the incident involved 18 vehicles, including a passenger bus, according to updates from regional emergency channels. The total count reflects a broad impact that affected multiple travelers and required a coordinated, multi-agency response to manage the aftermath and restore safety as quickly as possible.
Fire crews arriving at the scene worked to free a person trapped in one of the vehicles and reduced the risk of fire by disconnecting the vehicle battery. Regional emergency services provided updates to communicate the scale of the response and the steps taken to safeguard the surrounding community, including the confirmation that vehicles involved included 15 cars, two trucks, and a bus.
As crews continued operations, it was noted that a section of the transmission line remained heated for a time, while nearby homes were left without heat. About 72 residences faced temporary heating outages as engineers and utility teams worked to restore service and prevent further exposure to the cold as a precautionary measure.