Lorry Carrying Sand Overturns on C-14 Near Ponts, Catalonia
Authorities introduced one-way alternating traffic after a sand lorry flipped on the C-14 near Ponts, disrupting a key route to Andorra and causing queues for motorists.
Key Points
- Incident reported at 10:34am on C-14 at km 121 in Oliola area near Ponts.
- Firefighters deployed; vehicle partially blocked road, causing queues.
- Alternating one-way traffic implemented; affects route to Andorra.
- No injury details; drivers advised to expect delays and drive cautiously.
A lorry carrying a load of sand overturned on the C-14 road in the Oliola municipal area near Ponts, Catalonia, forcing authorities to implement alternating one-way traffic at kilometre 121.
The incident was reported at 10:34am, according to the Servei Català de Trànsit. Firefighters from the Generalitat deployed a unit to the scene on the outskirts of Ponts, a regular access route for drivers travelling between southern Catalonia and Andorra. The vehicle partially blocked the carriageway, causing queues and disruption for motorists, including those heading to Andorra.
Mossos d'Esquadra and traffic services confirmed the response efforts. No further details have been released on the circumstances of the overturning or any injuries. Congestion continues near the location, and drivers are urged to anticipate delays and proceed with caution.
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