Overview
- Overnight on January 8, a crash on the B8 near Neustadt an der Aisch in Middle Franconia overturned a heavy goods vehicle.
- The 40-ton lorry carrying packages slid on snow- and ice-covered pavement, crossed a roundabout island, and tipped onto its left side.
- The driver sustained minor injuries, exited the cab unaided, and was taken to the Neustadt hospital.
- Firefighters from Diespeck, police, and paramedics secured the scene, directed traffic, and maintained fire safety during a multi-hour closure.
- The road reopened after a recovery company removed the truck, and officials say further snow and ice will keep travel risks elevated in the region.