News from the Urals and Far East describe a string of dangerous road situations on busy routes. On a stretch of the Yekaterinburg to Serov highway a dump truck suffered a dramatic failure when its rear wheel came loose and crashed into an oncoming Ford in the opposite lane. The events were reported by the Ekaterinburg-Serov Online VK group, with that community cited for the key details. [Citation: Ekaterinburg-Serov Online VK group]
According to the post, the dumper was traveling from Serov toward Yekaterinburg. At the 155th kilometer marker the wheel detached at high speed and struck a Ford approaching from the other direction. The account stresses the wheel’s powerful path into oncoming traffic, highlighting the abrupt and unstable nature of the incident. [Citation: Ekaterinburg-Serov Online VK group]
The video uploader mentioned injuries described as superficial scratches on the body, but stressed that all people involved survived the collision. The tone conveyed relief that there were no life threatening injuries despite the damage and disruption caused by the event. [Citation: Ekaterinburg-Serov Online VK group]
In a separate February 16 incident in the Urals, a girl fell into a coma after being struck by a truck wheel. Those involved had been on their way home from a visit to Perm when they witnessed a vehicle overturned on the road. While offering assistance, the wheel of a passing truck struck the girl on the head, resulting in a serious injury that required medical care. Regional social media discussions offered additional context about how the sequence unfolded and the responders who arrived at the scene. [Citation: regional social media reports]
A different report described hazardous early morning driving conditions in Khabarovsk where slick, icy roads contributed to a chain reaction involving seven vehicles. The piece highlighted how reduced traction on winter roads can trigger a cascade of crashes, stretching road safety resources and complicating rescue efforts. Regional news coverage noted the persistence of slick surfaces and the ongoing risk to drivers during pre-dawn hours. [Citation: regional news reports]