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Pregnant woman injured in aquaplaning accident on B246 – heavy rain to blame!
Heavy rain led to a car accident near Seehausen on July 7, 2025. A pregnant woman suffered minor injuries.
Pregnant woman injured in aquaplaning accident on B246 – heavy rain to blame!
On Monday, July 7, 2025, a serious accident occurred on federal highway 246 between Seehausen and Remkersleben, which was caused by the heavy rainfall of the last few days. These extreme weather conditions led to an increased risk of aquaplaning, which in this case had fatal consequences. Shortly before 2 p.m., a 23-year-old pregnant woman lost control of her vehicle and drove off the road. As a result, the car overturned.
Fortunately, the pregnant woman only suffered minor injuries in the accident and was immediately taken to hospital. The police are now investigating the case to clarify the exact circumstances of the incident. mz.de reports that such accidents increase during times of extreme weather events.
Increasing dangers from climate change
Experts warn that extreme weather events in Western and Central Europe will continue to increase due to climate change. Climate scientists predict that warming of the atmosphere will lead to higher humidity, which in turn increases rainfall. These conditions also favor the development of aquaplaning on the roads. This phenomenon occurs when a wedge of water forms between the road surface and the tires, disrupting the tires' contact with the road.
The danger is particularly great if the road is already very wet due to heavy rain or puddles. In the event of an aquaplaning incident, vehicles can no longer brake or steer properly because both steering and braking forces are no longer transmitted. Loud DEKRA Most cases of aquaplaning occur on the front axle, which further increases the risk.
Tips for safety in the event of aquaplaning
To prevent dangerous situations when driving in heavy rain, it is important to take some safety precautions. In particular, drivers should reduce their speed in such weather conditions and maintain a greater distance from vehicles in front. Even though modern assistance systems such as ABS and ESP are available in many vehicles, they are often no longer effective in the event of aquaplaning.
Bernd Mayländer, Formula 1 safety car driver, describes the feeling of aquaplaning as a dramatic loss of grip and control over the vehicle. He has experienced many such situations during his career and advises staying calm, holding the steering wheel and not braking suddenly.