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Oil spill causes chaos on B466: Hours of cleaning work required!
On June 3, 2025, a burst hydraulic hose between Donzdorf and Süßen led to hours of traffic disruption and extensive street cleaning.
Oil spill causes chaos on B466: Hours of cleaning work required!
On June 3, 2025, a significant incident occurred on the B466 near Süßen, which made the road impassable for several hours. A 39-year-old driver of a Volvo truck reported a burst hydraulic hose at 6:30 a.m., which caused an extensive oil spill. The oil slick stretched from the Donzdorf turnoff to the B10 exit in Süßen and required extensive cleaning of the road.
The cleaning work took several hours, which led to significant traffic delays. During this time, traffic was rerouted, further contributing to congestion in the area. Carelessness when handling hydraulic systems can lead to such hazards on the roads.
Dangers of oil spills
Oil traces can result from engine oil or fuel leaking from vehicles. The causes range from technical defects to vehicle accidents to incorrectly closed tank caps. Such oil traces are particularly dangerous for motorcyclists as they can lead to serious injuries. If an oil spill is discovered, drivers should act immediately: A warning triangle should be set up and the fire department informed, which is then responsible for shutting off and removing the oil, as bussgeldkatalog.de explains.
The person who caused the oil spill is usually responsible and has to cover the costs of cleaning up. This confirms a ruling by the Cologne Higher Regional Court, which states that a truck driver is liable for an accident due to an oil spill if it could be detected in time.
The road safety obligation lies with the construction agency, which is responsible for the condition of the road and ensures that appropriate warning signs are put up after cleaning in order to avoid future dangers. Given the tragic past, such as the oil spill offender active between 2007 and 2011 who caused accidents by throwing oil-filled bottles, awareness of risks on the roads is essential.
In summary, incidents like the one that happened today on the B466 not only disrupt road traffic but can also be potentially dangerous. Both vehicle drivers and road workers must remain vigilant to ensure safety for all road users.