Car Driver Accidentally Rams Motorcycle Rider in Bacolod City Amidst Flooding
A car driver collides with a motorcycle rider in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental amidst heavy rain and flooding.
Over the past few days, Typhoon Goring brought heavy to torrential rains, which causes flood in different parts of the country. The flooding displaced thousands of residents in various areas.
Recently, a Facebook user named Kris Renee Cari-an has shared the video footage of a car driver who accidentally collides with a motorcycle rider amidst the heavy downpour and flooding. The video elicits reactions from the online community.
Amidst the heavy downpour that triggered flooding in various parts of the city due to the enhanced southwest monsoon and Typhoon Goring, an unfortunate incident occurred on Lacson Street, right in front of the Cyber Center in Bacolod.
The video shows a vehicle driver who accidentally rammed a motorcycle rider. The collision sent the motorist pummeling on the ground. The car driver came to a halt and attempted to assess the rider’s condition.
The video shows the potential challenges and hazards faced by commuters and motorists during inclement weather conditions. The incident is also a call to action for both authorities and residents to take precautionary measures during adverse weather condition to prevent accidents.
Local government agencies, including traffic management and disaster response teams, play an important role in responding to such incidents promptly. Proper road maintenance, drainage systems, and effective flood management are essential in minimizing the impact of heavy rainfall and flooding on road safety.
The authorities advised the motorists and riders to slow down, maintain a safe distance from other vehicles, and ensure that their vehicles are equipped to handle challenging weather conditions.
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The social media users expressed their reactions to the unfortunate incident:
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