A truck transporting 10 tonnes of firewood overturned on Highway M503 near Madrid, Spain on Saturday 18 November.

The local Security and Emergency Agency swiftly responded, evacuating the driver while the Madrid Fire Department cleared the road.

As a precautionary measure, the affected section of the highway was temporarily closed.

This footage was filmed and produced 18 November 2023.

In an incident early afternoon of November 18th, a truck transporting 10 tons of firewood overturned on Highway M503 near Madrid, Spain. The Security and Emergency Agency Madrid 112 swiftly responded, transferring the driver to safety. The Fire Department of the Community of Madrid then efficiently cleared the road and secured the surrounding area.

As a precautionary measure, the affected section of the highway has been temporarily closed. Authorities are actively managing the situation to ensure public safety and expedite the reopening of the road. Commuters are advised to seek alternative routes until normal traffic conditions are restored.