This Wednesday, November 20, a multiple collision occurred on the Mexico-Querétaro Highway ,

at kilometer 059+000 in Huehuetoca, State of Mexico .

The accident involved a trailer that, after being unable to stop in time, collided with several vehicles.

As a result, the vehicle ended up across the road, occupying

all three north-south lanes of traffic, causing a partial closure of the highway.

Causes of the accident and traffic conditions

The incident occurred as the trailer was traveling toward Mexico City .

Failing to brake in time before the Jorobas intersection , the driver crashed into a bank and then struck five cars and a pickup truck .

Due to the wet road conditions caused by the day’s rain ,

it is suspected that road conditions may have played a role in the accident, although authorities will investigate the cause.

Injuries and safety recommendations

Paramedics arrived at the scene to treat the injured , who had minor injuries.