Lion Rock Tunnel Road Hit by Back-to-Back Crashes, 10 Vehicles Involved
Crhk · 3 SOURCESabout 1 hour ago1 MIN
Summary
Two traffic accidents occurred in succession at midday on the 15th on Lion Rock Tunnel Road (heading toward Kowloon), near Union Hospital, involving a total of ten vehicles. At least five people sustained minor injuries and were taken to Prince of Wales Hospital in Sha Tin for treatment. Police are investigating the cause of the collisions .
Key Points
- The first accident happened at 11:42 AM, involving two taxis and one private car near Union Hospital; one taxi passenger sustained minor injuries .
- Approximately 30 minutes later, a heavy truck collided with six private cars in a chain-reaction crash, injuring three drivers and one passenger .
- All injured persons were sent to Prince of Wales Hospital in Sha Tin for medical treatment .
- The Transport Department announced that some lanes on Lion Rock Tunnel Road near Union Hospital remain closed .
- Traffic congestion extended all the way to Prince of Wales Hospital and Yuanzhoujiao Park, with drivers advised to seek alternative routes .
Why It Matters
This double collision on a major route highlights the importance of driver vigilance and safe following distances, particularly on high-speed corridors connecting the New Territories to Kowloon. The prolonged lane closures are expected to cause significant traffic disruptions during the afternoon rush hour .
This double collision on a major route highlights the importance of driver vigilance and safe following distances, particularly on high-speed corridors connecting the New Territories to Kowloon. The prolonged lane closures are expected to cause significant traffic disruptions during the afternoon rush hour .