By Shamsiya Hussainpoor
Late Tuesday afternoon, 18 February, members of the Kallista-The-Patch CFA responded to a vehicle accident on Monbulk Road. The conditions were made treacherous by light rain following a dry spell – which combined with spilled diesel on the road, created dangerously slippery conditions.
Fortunately, all occupants of the vehicle, a Toyota Corolla, were safe and uninjured. The car’s crumple zones worked as intended, and the driver remarked on the violent force of the airbag deployment.
The CFA is reminding everyone that such an experience is something no one would want to endure.
In a follow-up message, a member of the Kallista CFA responded to a query, confirming that no further details were available beyond the initial Facebook post.
The CFA also took the opportunity to share some important road safety tips – urging drivers to slow down on winding roads and be especially cautious on wet roads after a dry spell.
The member emphasised the importance of safety features like seat belts, crumple zones, and airbags, which significantly improve occupant safety during accidents.
The CFA also advised drivers to report any vehicles leaking fuel, as it’s difficult to see spilled fuel on wet roads until it’s too late.
The Kallista-The-Patch CFA reminded everyone to take care on the roads and drive safely, particularly when conditions are slippery.
