Two Children Injured After Crash on DK10

18 July 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

A DK10 crash Nowa Góra left four injured, including two children; two air ambulances responded and traffic remains limited.

A DK10 crash Nowa Góra injured four people this morning, including two children aged five and nine. Consequently, emergency teams dispatched two air ambulances to the scene near Nowa Góra in Płock County.

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What happened at the scene

Police say a 31-year-old driver of a Citroën left the road on a roundabout. However, investigators still do not know why the car veered off. The car first hit guardrails and then struck a fence. Therefore, the driver, a 31-year-old passenger and two children went to hospital with injuries. Emergency services used two Lotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe helicopters to speed care. Moreover, local crews secured the scene and managed traffic.

Investigation and likely causes

Authorities opened an inquiry to determine the cause. They will check speed, vehicle condition, and other factors. In addition, police may test for alcohol or other influences. The initial findings remain provisional and may change. Consequently, investigators will review witness statements and forensic evidence. Furthermore, the county roads authority will assess the roundabout design if the crash ties to infrastructure.

Impact on traffic and local area

Traffic on national route DK10 now runs alternately on one lane. Therefore, drivers should expect delays until about 14:00. Drivers should use detours when possible. However, emergency services advise caution near the scene. In addition, public transport and local traffic may face knock-on delays. As a result, commuters should plan extra time for travel.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: If you need medical help after a traffic accident in Poland, remember that emergency care is free under the public health system (NFZ) for immediate life-saving treatment. However, follow-up outpatient care may require registration with the NFZ or private payment. If police issue fines (mandat), you can pay them at the station or online; keep proof of payment. In case of serious injury, hospitals will ask for ID; if you lack Polish ID, provide your passport and PESEL if you have one. Note that social insurance (ZUS) handles work-related claims and benefits if injuries affect employment. Therefore, report any work absence to your employer promptly so they can advise on ZUS steps.

Local residents and commuters should monitor official police channels for updates. Moreover, the county emergency services release regular bulletins on scenes like this. Therefore, you can expect further details as tests and interviews conclude. Finally, expect repairs to infrastructure if investigators link the damage to public safety concerns.

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