Two accidents kill four: Warning issued on dangers of cutting off large vehicles

Two fatal traffic accidents in Vietnam's Tay Ninh province on May 28 claimed the lives of four people. Both incidents highlight the dangers motorcyclists face when interacting with large vehicles, particularly at intersections.

The first accident occurred at the intersection of provincial roads 824 and 825. A truck turning right collided with a motorcycle, killing two women, identified as N.T.N.E, 52, and N.T.T, 49. The motorcycle was traveling in the same direction as the truck.

Later that day, another accident at the Nghia Trang Liet Si Long An roundabout involved a motorcycle and a container truck. The two motorcyclists, T.H.P, 58, and P.T.T.V, 57, were traveling in the same direction as the container truck when the collision occurred. Both were dragged under the truck and died at the scene.

Authorities attribute these tragic outcomes to the significant blind spots and long braking distances of large vehicles, combined with motorcyclists' risky behavior. Many motorcyclists are warned against attempting to overtake large vehicles, weaving through traffic, or riding alongside them. The provincial traffic police advised drivers to exercise extreme caution, reduce speed at intersections and residential areas, and remain vigilant for smaller vehicles and pedestrians.