Skidding Lorry Hits Car Sending Both Off Mway Bridge

Story BySibel AbdiuSub EditorJoseph GolderAgencyAsia Wire Report

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This is the shocking moment several men run clear as an out-of-control container lorry skids along the wet road surface before plunging off a bridge and taking a car with it.

According to reports, three people have been left injured in the accident that took place in the district of Pozanti in the southern Turkish province of Adana.

Heavy rainfall and poor visibility made driving conditions hazardous and several road users decided to stop by the side of the motorway to wait for the stormy weather to pass.

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However, the unnamed driver of a container lorry did not make such allowances and he lost control of the huge vehicle, as seen in the dramatic video footage filmed by one of the fleeing men.

As the lorry is seen skidding along the motorway, it hits another car before plummeting off the bridge to the ground 30 metres (98 feet) below.

Meanwhile, the car slowly slides backwards and also topples over the edge of the bridge.

According to local media, the out-of-control lorry dragged the car about 30 metres (98 feet) before both vehicles plunged off the bridge.

Three people were injured and paramedics treated them on the scene before transferring them to the Tarsus State Hospital.

The local authorities have confirmed that they are investigating the incident.

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