Shocking Accident in Hong Kong

In a startling turn of events on Friday in Sai Kung, five firefighters were injured when their vehicle was rear-ended by a goods truck while they were responding to an earlier traffic accident involving a private car and a wild boar.

Details of the Incident

The bizarre incident unfolded at approximately 11:24 AM along Clear Water Bay Road. A Kowloon-bound private vehicle encountered a wild boar that reportedly leaped onto the roadway as the car approached the Cloud Court residential area at No. 385 Clear Water Bay Road. The driver was unable to brake in time and unfortunately struck the animal.

Emergency Response

As authorities arrived at the scene to manage the situation, another vehicle, a medium-sized goods truck, failed to stop in time and collided with the parked fire engine, resulting in minor injuries to the five firefighters inside. They were promptly taken to United Christian Hospital for medical attention. The truck driver also reported experiencing a headache but did not sustain any serious injuries.

Wild Boar Fatality

Tragically, the wild boar did not survive the incident, prompting a police response for investigation into the circumstances surrounding both crashes. The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department was contacted to remove the boar’s carcass from the scene.

Dangers Faced by Emergency Responders

This incident highlights the unpredictable dangers that emergency responders face while on duty. Such accidents can disrupt their critical work of protecting the public and responding to emergencies. Authorities continue to investigate, aiming to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Updates on the Investigation

Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as investigations unfold.