Car overturns on BR-365 after driver swerves to avoid cone
A car overturned on the BR-365 highway in the rural area of Patrocínio, Minas Gerais, on Monday morning, May 13th. The driver told firefighters that he lost control of the vehicle while attempting to swerve around a traffic cone placed on the road due to ongoing construction. The accident occurred before the access road to MG-188, heading towards Coromandel. Emergency medical services (SAMU) were dispatched around 6 AM to attend to the passengers. An elderly woman, aged 75, reported neck pain and sustained injuries to her right elbow. She was transported to the Municipal Emergency Room Dr. Carlos Afonso Nunes in Patrocínio for treatment. Additionally, a 33-year-old woman, two men aged 44 and 49, and a 12-year-old boy were evaluated at the scene. They were conscious and did not exhibit any visible injuries. Firefighters assisted SAMU by securing the area and managing traffic until the Federal Highway Police arrived. The incident highlights potential hazards associated with road construction zones and the importance of clear signage and driver awareness.
This incident underscores the critical importance of safety protocols in active construction zones on high-speed roadways. The driver's attempt to avoid a single cone, leading to a vehicle rollover, suggests potential issues with either the placement of temporary traffic control devices or driver reaction under unexpected circumstances. Future roadwork planning should rigorously assess the visibility and placement of such objects to minimize driver surprise and the likelihood of evasive maneuvers that could result in accidents. Furthermore, driver education on safe responses to unexpected road hazards, particularly in construction areas, remains a vital component of public safety initiatives.
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