Road closure after three-car head-on crash in Chotycze

28 February 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

A three-vehicle collision including two head-on impacts on DW698 in Chotycze forced an LPR helicopter to land and closed the road both ways; expect long delays and local detours.

A significant road closure followed a three-vehicle collision on DW698 (droga wojewódzka nr 698) in Chotycze, Łosice County. Two of the vehicles collided head-on and a third was involved, prompting emergency crews to seal the route in both directions and an LPR air ambulance to land at the scene. Authorities warned that restrictions could last around three hours while they work on rescue and clearance.

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Immediate situation and response

The crash occurred on the regional road linking local communities; local emergency services including the fire brigade, medical teams and the traffic unit of the Policja responded. An air ambulance from LPR (the national air rescue service) landed to assist casualties, indicating at least one person required urgent medical evacuation. Police set up detours using local roads while crews documented the scene and cleared wreckage. Officials said the closure affects traffic in both directions and may cause significant delays for commuters and freight.

Impact on travel and local communities

For drivers and residents around Chotycze, the closure means using rural detours that are often narrower and slower than the main route. The incident may also disrupt bus services or regional deliveries between Łosice and larger hubs such as Siedlce until the road reopens. Travelers relying on GPS should follow posted diversion signs and directions from officers at the scene; navigation apps sometimes route vehicles onto unsuitable local roads during major incidents.

Investigations and broader context

No official cause has been released; investigators from the traffic unit will examine vehicle damage, witness statements and any available camera evidence. On voivodeship roads like DW698, common contributing factors in serious collisions include unsafe overtaking on single carriageways, excessive speed for the conditions, or driver inattention—especially on rural stretches. Police may issue on-the-spot penalties or carry out follow-up actions depending on findings.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: In Poland, LPR stands for “Lotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe” — the state air ambulance service called for serious injuries. A “droga wojewódzka” is a regional (voivodeship) road managed at the provincial level; these are often single carriageways outside towns. If police issue a “mandat”, that is an on-the-spot fine (a police-issued fine). In emergencies dial 112. If you are an expat driving a rental or foreign-plated car, keep your licence and insurance documents handy, follow police directions, photograph the scene if safe, and notify your insurer as soon as possible. Be prepared that local detours may not suit large vehicles or trailers.

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