Two people died after two passenger cars collided and burst into flames on national road 58 near the village of Szeroki Bór in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship on Sunday morning.
The accident occurred before 9 a.m. On the stretch between Pisz and Ruciane-Nida, according to Anna Szypczyńska, press officer for the Pisz County Police. Both drivers were killed in the crash, while a passenger was rescued from one of the vehicles by officers.
Upon arrival, firefighters found both cars fully engulfed in flames, as reported by the duty officer of the Pisz County Fire Brigade. Six fire units, including both professional and volunteer services, are currently working at the scene.
The road remains blocked, with authorities recommending a detour through the village of Wejsuny. Traffic disruptions are expected to last several hours, potentially until at least noon.
Emergency services confirm vehicle fires caused fatalities
Officials from both police and fire services stated that the two passenger vehicles were completely consumed by fire following the collision. The duty officer emphasized that upon arrival, the cars were already fully involved in the blaze, complicating rescue efforts.
Despite the intense fire, police managed to extract one passenger before the vehicles were fully destroyed. No further details about the survivor’s condition or identity have been released by authorities.
Investigation underway as traffic delays persist
Police have not yet disclosed possible causes of the collision, noting that investigations are ongoing. The Pisz County Police Command confirmed that forensic teams are examining the scene to determine factors contributing to the crash.
Meanwhile, road closure continues to affect travel between Pisz and Ruciane-Nida, with officials maintaining the advisory to use Wejsuny as an alternate route. Updates on the investigation and road status are expected later in the day.
What caused the collision on national road 58?
Authorities have not released any information about potential causes of the crash, stating that the investigation is still active and no conclusions have been drawn.
Is there any update on the condition of the rescued passenger?
No further details regarding the passenger’s identity, age, or medical condition have been provided by police or emergency services as of this report.
How long will the road remain closed?
Officials estimate that traffic disruptions on DK 58 will last several hours, with possible clearance not expected before noon, though this timeline may change depending on investigation progress.