Five-Vehicle Collision Injures Six on Hong Kong Tolo Highway

A major traffic accident involving five vehicles occurred on Hong Kong's Tolo Highway near Sea View Villas, leading to a full closure of all lanes toward Kowloon and significant traffic congestion. The collision involved three private cars, a light goods vehicle, and a medium-sized truck, with the light goods vehicle suffering severe damage and its occupants temporarily trapped before rescue. At least six people, including drivers and passengers, were injured, though all injuries were minor or non-life-threatening. Emergency services responded promptly, and authorities urged motorists to seek alternative routes and use public transportation to avoid the impacted area. The Transport Department managed traffic flow and monitored the situation, while the cause of the crash remains under investigation. This incident caused widespread disruption on one of Hong Kong's busiest highways, with traffic jams extending to nearby areas including Tai Po MTR station.