A large truck collided and overturned on Guo 3 Yuanli Road, and traffic in both directions was blocked for about 1.5 hours.

A large truck overturned after a collision on the Guo 3 Yuanli section, causing traffic jams in both directions for about 1.5 hours. (provided by the public)

A major traffic accident occurred at 156.4 kilometers south of National Highway 3 in Yuanli Town, Miaoli County at around 9 a.m. today (6th). A collision between two large trucks and two vehicles occurred at the scene. Two of the large trucks overturned and occupied the southbound inner and outer lanes. The scattered objects even spread to the northbound inner lanes, causing traffic jams in both directions for about 1 kilometer. After about 1.5 hours, the National Highway Police stated that it has been eliminated.

The Maintenance Engineering Branch of the Central District of the High-Tech Public Security Bureau stated that after the accident, the National Highway Police No. 2 Brigade and the Central District Branch of the High-Tech Public Security Bureau rushed to the scene to conduct traffic control and traffic flow diversion. Due to the large impact of the accident, some lanes were closed on site for lifting and removal operations.

The High Public Security Bureau calls on vehicles to be strapped securely to prevent them from falling. When driving on national highways, you should always pay attention to what is going on ahead and keep a safe distance. Drivers traveling on this road section are advised to cooperate with the on-site command, drive carefully, or take other alternative roads. They can also listen to the police radio station or call the 1968 toll-free hotline to learn about the latest road conditions.

The National Highway Police is currently clarifying the cause of the accident. The accident was ruled out at about 10:40 noon today. The National Highway Police pointed out that a total of four vehicles were involved in the accident.