Northbound on National Highway 1 in the Changhua section had a six-car chain collision resulting in two people being injured, leading to a 4-kilometer traffic jam during rush hour.
On the morning of April 28, 2025, at 8:00 AM, a six-car chain collision occurred on the northbound section of National Highway No. 1 in Changhua City, involving cars, SUVs, and small trucks, resulting in two people being injured. The accident happened during the morning rush hour under poor weather conditions, causing a traffic jam stretching about 4 kilometers. Highway police, the fire department, and the Highway Bureau quickly arrived at the scene to handle the situation, and traffic management and accident clearance efforts are ongoing. The cause of the accident and determination of responsibility are under investigation.
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04/28 03:07
Northbound on National Highway 1 in the Changhua section had a six-car chain collision resulting in two people being injured, leading to a 4-kilometer traffic jam during rush hour.
On the morning of April 28, 2025, at 8:00 AM, a six-car chain collision occurred on the northbound section of National Highway No. 1 in Changhua City, involving cars, SUVs, and small trucks, resulting in two people being injured. The accident happened during the morning rush hour under poor weather conditions, causing a traffic jam stretching about 4 kilometers. Highway police, the fire department, and the Highway Bureau quickly arrived at the scene to handle the situation, and traffic management and accident clearance efforts are ongoing. The cause of the accident and determination of responsibility are under investigation.
Accident Details
On the morning of April 28, 2025, shortly after 8 a.m., a pile-up involving six vehicles occurred northbound at the 196-kilometer mark on National Highway No. 1, in the Changhua City section. According to reports, the vehicles involved included four sedans, one SUV, and one small truck. At the time, it was drizzling, and the roads were slippery, during the morning rush hour, which increased the risk of accidents due to heavy traffic.
After the accident, the Changhua County Fire Department quickly received the report and dispatched firefighters and equipment vehicles from the Changhua, East District, and Xiushui fire brigades to the scene for rescue operations. Upon arrival, rescue personnel immediately transported two injured individuals to the hospital for treatment. Tow truck operators also arrived at the scene to assist in clearing the accident vehicles.
Casualties and Traffic Impact
The accident resulted in two injuries. After initial treatment by firefighters, the injured were sent to the hospital for further medical care. The accident vehicles were mainly concentrated in the inner and middle lanes, which quickly caused a traffic jam stretching approximately 4 kilometers from the accident site to the 200-kilometer mark northbound.
As the rain intensified during the accident, the progress of clearing the scene was somewhat delayed. Upon arrival, highway police immediately began traffic diversion efforts, directing vehicles to alternate routes and assisting in towing the accident vehicles to restore traffic order as quickly as possible.
Response Measures and Follow-up
Highway police stated that after the accident, an emergency response plan was activated, and they closely cooperated with the Highway Bureau and fire units to fully engage in clearing the scene and managing traffic flow. Since the accident occurred in the inner and middle lanes, police specifically reminded drivers to slow down and drive cautiously when passing through this section to ensure their safety.
Currently, the accident scene is still being cleared, and the detailed cause and responsibility for the accident will be further investigated and clarified by highway police. Police also urge drivers to maintain a safe distance and slow down when driving in rainy conditions to prevent similar accidents from happening again.
