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Poland: Multiple road accidents and fatal incidents reported
A series of serious traffic incidents and accidents have been reported across various regions in Poland. In Grębocin, a collision between a truck and a passenger car caused approximately 800 liters of fuel to spill onto railway tracks, leading to a temporary suspension of train services. In Prudnik, a 40-year-old motorcyclist died following a head-on collision with an Audi; the driver, a 36-year-old man, reportedly attempted to flee the scene on foot and was found to have over 1.5 per mille of alcohol in his system.
Other notable incidents include a collision in Bełchatów involving a police patrol vehicle on an emergency call, resulting in injuries to officers. In Kościelniki Dolne, a 36-year-old driver with a court-ordered driving ban was arrested after crashing into barriers while intoxicated. Additionally, a 51-year-old driver in the Krosno district was detained after a pursuit that ended when his vehicle became stuck in a field.
In separate tragic events, two fires in the Braniewo and Nidzica districts resulted in the deaths of three people. Authorities have noted an increase in fire and carbon monoxide risks as the heating season begins.
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Bełchatów · Grębocin · PKP Intercity · PKP Polskie Linie Kolejowe S.A. · Poland · Prudnik · State Fire Service · Toruń