An accident occurred at the entrance to Çikola village in the Iraf district of North Ossetia. A Mercedes sightseeing minibus collided with a MAN truck, with tourists traveling from the Moscow region onboard. The incident was reported by the local branch of the Ministry of Emergencies on its Telegram channel, which serves as a primary update channel for regional responders and residents.
At the moment of impact, the minibus carried the driver and 15 passengers. The authorities reported that the driver and 10 tourists, including a child born in 2011, sustained injuries of varying severity and were transported to nearby medical facilities for assessment and treatment. Emergency medical teams arrived promptly at the scene to stabilize the injured and coordinate evacuation to hospitals as needed. A medical response was undertaken to ensure that all occupants received appropriate care according to their conditions.
Fire and rescue crews were deployed to the location and assisted with rescue operations. They helped manage the scene, secured the vehicle positions, and provided on-site first aid until patients could be transferred to healthcare facilities. The coordinated efforts of police, emergency medical services, and rescue workers were aimed at minimizing harm and expediting the return of the injured to medical care.
In a separate incident in Zheleznovodsk, a milk tanker lost control, causing it to crash into a supermarket. The Stavropol Territory Main Directorate of the Ministry of Emergencies confirmed that the driver of the heavy truck appeared to have suffered a loss of control. The driver sustained injuries and remained under medical observation as authorities assessed the situation and the potential for further risk to bystanders and property. Investigations were initiated to determine the sequence of events that led to the accident and to implement preventive measures for similar hazards in the future.
Ahead of these events, there were warnings circulating about consumer choices in the region, including discussions about purchasing vehicles and equipment from certain markets. Authorities advised consumers to exercise caution and verify the reliability and safety of goods before purchase to avoid economic and safety risks. The emphasis was on consumer protection and ensuring that residents are informed about trusted sources and verified safety information. [Citation: Emergency Ministry Telegram updates and regional safety notices]