Eight Injured After 16 Vehicles Crash in Thick Fog on Major UK Highway as Road Remains Closed

Eight people were injured after a major pile-up involving 16 vehicles on a busy highway in Hampshire, England, as thick fog created dangerous driving conditions. The collision happened on the westbound A303 near Andover at approximately 8:20 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, prompting an emergency response involving multiple ambulance crews and highway officers.

According to emergency services, the crash left eight people with minor injuries. Three patients received treatment at the scene, while another person who suffered a broken arm was taken to hospital by family members. South Central Ambulance Service dispatched two ambulances, specialist paramedic vehicles and members of its Hazardous Area Response Team to assist those involved.

National Highways confirmed that 16 vehicles were involved in the collision. Although all the damaged vehicles were eventually removed, the incident left a significant oil spill across the westbound carriageway, creating another serious safety concern for motorists. Specialist cleaning teams were brought in to remove the oil and make the road safe before it could reopen.

Authorities also warned that the road surface would need to be inspected after the cleanup to determine whether the spilled oil had caused any damage. The closure affected the stretch between the A342 near Thruxton and the A338 near Cholderton, with drivers advised to follow diversion routes and allow extra time for their journeys.

The crash came just hours after another major fog-related collision on the M20 in Kent, where more than 30 vehicles were involved and two people were seriously injured. With thick fog affecting large parts of southern England and visibility reportedly falling to as little as 50 metres in some areas, the incidents highlighted the dangers of travelling in extremely poor weather conditions.

Source: https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/40958131/eight-hurt-in-foggy-crash/