At 7:21 a.m. today, a traffic accident occurred on a highway near the village of Khmilno in the Sheptytsky district, leaving a driver trapped inside her car.
Rescue Operation
Emergency teams from Lopatin and Brody quickly arrived at the scene. The severe deformation of the “Seat Cordoba” vehicle left the 28-year-old driver (born in 1995) unable to escape on her own.
Using specialized equipment, including electric spreaders and cutters, rescuers freed the injured woman and handed her over to paramedics. She was hospitalized at the Sheptytsky Central District Hospital with injuries of varying severity.
Preventive Measures
To prevent a potential fire, rescuers disconnected the car’s battery.
Resources Involved
The accident response involved:
- 8 rescuers;
- 2 specialized vehicles.
The circumstances and causes of the incident are under investigation by law enforcement.