A truck collided with a passenger car on Highway 4 in Viitasaaari on Monday afternoon. The rescue department confirmed both drivers escaped serious injury.
The crash occurred near the Mustasuo road intersection after 2 PM. The car had just entered the highway from a yield-controlled side road when the truck struck it.
Despite significant damage to the passenger vehicle, both drivers walked away without major injuries. The car driver managed to exit the vehicle independently.
Rescue crews cleared the accident scene during afternoon hours. One traffic lane remained closed until cleanup finished around 3 PM. Traffic then resumed normal flow.
This incident highlights how even controlled intersections can become dangerous when visibility or reaction time is limited. Finland's Highway 4 serves as a major transport route through central regions.
What safety measures could prevent similar yield-sign collisions on busy highways?