A serious incident unfolded in the Khabarovsk Territory when a truck plunged from a bridge into the Khor River. The vehicle was transporting a substantial quantity of isocyanates, totaling 17 tons. This information comes from a Telegram channel known as Amur Mash, which has been monitoring the situation closely.
Isocyanates are widely used in the manufacture of paints and varnishes. Because of their chemical properties, workers handling this substance must wear appropriate personal protective equipment to reduce the risk of exposure. In this case, the cargo consisted of barrels with a capacity of 300 liters each, loaded onto a truck for shipment. After the crash, many of the barrels were swept downstream by the river’s current, worsening the potential environmental impact and raising concerns for aquatic life and nearby habitats. Isocyanates can be harmful to river ecosystems, including causing chemical burns and poisoning in living organisms that come into contact with or ingest the chemical.
The accident occurred along the Ussuri highway in the Lazo district as the truck was traveling from Vladivostok toward Khabarovsk. Reports indicate that the truck collided tangentially with another vehicle, causing the semi-trailer to veer into the opposite lane. The vehicle then struck the guard fence and fell from the bridge into the water below. Such a fall not only endangers the driver and any passengers but also presents a significant environmental risk due to the nature of the cargo.
In related news, there have been prior reports about traffic safety and driver behavior. One account notes a female driver in the Chuvash region who faced administrative penalties from the local traffic police on two occasions within a single hour. The first incident involved transporting children without the required child seat, and the second involved driving under the influence. These incidents underscore broader concerns about road safety and responsible driving practices, which remain critical even amid ongoing transport and industrial accidents.