On Sunday morning, a series of traffic collisions involving seven vehicles occurred on the Tsukiji Ohashi bridge in Chuo Ward, Tokyo. Six individuals, including two police officers, sustained injuries and were transported to a hospital for treatment.
The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the incident and believes that snow accumulation on the bridge contributed to the crashes.
**Why this matters**
This incident highlights the risks posed by winter weather conditions on road safety, particularly in urban areas where traffic density is high. It underscores the importance of timely road maintenance and cautious driving during snowy conditions to prevent similar accidents.
Source: NewsData