Lorry Crash on C-17 Near Tagamanent Causes Kilometre-Long Tailbacks
A Portuguese-registered uninsured lorry crashed yesterday evening, closing lanes and creating up to 3km queues in both directions; driver has minor.
Key Points
- Crash closed one lane to Barcelona and one to Vic, causing 2km southbound and 3km northbound queues.
- Portuguese lorry uninsured, carrying 24 tonnes; unloading needed before removal.
- Driver treated for minor injuries at Granollers Hospital.
- Mossos investigating; use C-25/C-16 as alternatives.
A lorry crash on the C-17 near Tagamanent yesterday evening has caused several kilometres of tailbacks in both directions. The incident forced the closure of one lane towards Barcelona and another towards Vic, leading to queues stretching up to two kilometres southbound and three kilometres northbound.
The Portuguese-registered vehicle, which the Catalan traffic service reported as uninsured, was carrying 24 tonnes of cargo. Authorities must unload the load before the lorry can be removed, a process that could require further temporary road closures.
The driver sustained minor injuries and was taken to Granollers Hospital. Mossos d'Esquadra officers are investigating the cause of the accident.
The Catalan traffic service has advised drivers to use alternative routes such as the C-25 and C-16 to avoid the disruption.
Original Sources
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