Fatal accident on state road 18: one dead between Cirella and Diamante

Fatal road accident on state road 18

This morning, a tragic road accident took place on state road 18, in the stretch that connects Cirella to Diamante, in the province of Cosenza. Two vehicles, a Fiat Panda and an Audi A6, collided for reasons yet to be clarified, leading to the death of the driver of the small car.

The news shocked the local community, highlighting once again the dangers of Calabrian roads.

Rescue intervention and investigations underway

Immediately after the accident, the firefighters of the Scalea detachment and the paramedics of Suem 118 intervened, supported by the helicopter rescue. Despite the rapid rescue, there was nothing that could be done for the driver of the Fiat Panda. The Carabinieri have started an investigation to reconstruct the dynamics of the incident, trying to understand the causes that led to this tragic event. The road was closed to traffic to allow for rescue operations and investigations.

Road safety in Calabria

This accident highlights a crucial issue: road safety in Calabria. The roads of the region, unfortunately, are often the scene of serious accidents. Local and national authorities are called to take more incisive measures to ensure the safety of motorists. Anas technicians were present at the scene of the accident to restore the normal safety conditions of the road, but it is essential that we also work on greater awareness of road users.