Lucky escape for driver after falling firewood smashes car windscreen in state’s North

The driver of a ute will face court after unsecured firewood fell from their vehicle and smashed the windscreen of a passing car.

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A DRIVER was lucky to escape serious injury after a load of unsecured firewood fell from the back of a ute and smashed their windscreen.

Police said the incident, which occurred about 3pm on Friday on Poatina Rd, Poatina, had the potential to cause serious injury to the occupants of the struck vehicle, and was a timely reminder of the need for motorists to ensure loads are properly secured

A driver was lucky to avoid serious injury after firewood falling off a passing ute smashed the windscreen of their car. Picture: Supplied

According to the Department of State Growth, drivers and vehicle owners are legally responsible for ensuring any loads carried are securely restrained, must be secured so as to not become loose or detach from the vehicle, and must not present a danger to people or property.

With police out in force for Operation Crossroads across the Easter break, motorists have been reminded of the need to drive safely this holiday period.

The driver of the ute will be summonsed to appear in court at a later date.

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