Oil Tanker Overturns into River on Cochabamba-Santa Cruz Route; Driver Hospitalized

COCHABAMBA, Bolivia – A trailer truck carrying a load of oil overturned and plunged into a river on the new Cochabamba-Santa Cruz route late Thursday evening. The incident occurred around 9:00 PM at Puente Sacta, near Ivirgarzama. Preliminary reports indicate that the truck, laden with oil, lost control and fell into the waterway. Emergency services quickly responded to the scene. The driver of the trailer sustained injuries and was promptly transported to a local hospital for medical attention. As of Friday morning, the overturned truck and numerous oil containers were still visible in the river, prompting concerns about potential environmental impact. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident and are working on a plan for the recovery of the vehicle and its cargo. The incident has caused significant attention in the area, with locals observing the ongoing situation.

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