Gravel Chaos: Truck Overturns Near Lija Roundabout

It was a scene straight out of a slow-motion movie: a truck loaded with gravel teetered, then toppled over, spilling its load across the road and causing chaos near the Lija roundabout. The incident, which occurred yesterday afternoon, left motorists bewildered and traffic snarled for hours.

What Happened?

The truck, owned by a local construction company, was heading towards Lija from Attard when it suddenly veered off the road and onto the pavement, before flipping onto its side. The driver, a 45-year-old man from Birkirkara, escaped with minor injuries and was taken to Mater Dei Hospital for observation.

Witnesses described the scene as “like something out of a disaster film”. “I was driving behind the truck,” said Maria, a 32-year-old teacher from Msida. “One moment it was fine, the next it was tipping over. I had to swerve to avoid it. It was terrifying.”

Traffic Nightmare

The incident caused a massive traffic jam, with cars backed up all the way to the Birkirkara bypass. Police and Civil Protection Department officials quickly arrived at the scene to direct traffic and assess the situation. It took over five hours to clear the road and remove the truck, causing delays for commuters and businesses in the area.

“I had a meeting in Sliema at 3 pm,” said Paul, a 38-year-old businessman from Mosta. “I left home at 2:30 pm, but I was still stuck in traffic at 4 pm. I missed my meeting and had to reschedule. It was a real pain.”

Investigation Underway

The incident is currently under investigation by the police. “We are looking into the cause of the accident,” said a police spokesperson. “We cannot rule out anything at this stage. We appeal to anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward.”

Meanwhile, the construction company involved has issued a statement expressing their regret for the incident and assuring the public that they are cooperating fully with the police investigation.

This incident serves as a reminder of the potential danger posed by heavy vehicles on our roads. It also highlights the importance of road safety and the need for careful driving, especially during peak traffic hours.

, let’s hope that the investigation provides some answers and that steps are taken to prevent such incidents in the future. After all, no one wants to find themselves in the middle of a real-life gravel disaster.