Driver shares urgent warning after left with a 'completely destroyed' caravan
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Travelling the open road in a caravan is a quintessential Australian dream.
Caravanning offers the freedom to explore the vast and beautiful landscapes of Australia, all while having the necessities of a home.
However, this dream could quickly turn into a nightmare, as one unfortunate driver recently discovered.
An incident in Picton should serve as a warning to all caravan owners and Aussies who own high vehicles.
A driver collided with a low-clearance beam while navigating under a bridge on Lumsdaine Street.
The accident took place at around 8 am on a busy day and led to a 'completely destroyed' caravan.
According to the Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) report, there were no casualties in the accident.
However, images released of the aftermath showed a scene of devastation, with the caravan irreparably damaged.
The FRNSW Picton brigade immediately secured the scene by isolating the caravan's gas supply and clearing debris on the road.
FRNSW emphasised that drivers, especially those towing caravans or other large loads, have to be cautious when navigating under bridges or structures with clearance limits.
They also urged motorists not to rely solely on GPS navigation systems.
While incredibly helpful when navigating roads, GPS navigation systems may not take a vehicle's height into account.
This lack of inclusion could lead to disastrous outcomes, especially for caravans.
Several social media users echoed FRNSW's advice.
'Maps is the problem; it always tells you to go over the bridge,' a comment read.
'If they're not local, this can happen. Especially in peak times, it's hard to reverse back and turn around.'
'Expensive mistake. Although they are not the first person to do it and won't be the last,' another wrote.
'As long as the occupants weren't hurt, things can be replaced.'
As people continue to enjoy the caravan life, this incident should be a reminder always to be prepared.
Before setting off on an adventure, always check the height of your caravan and plan routes to avoid low-clearance bridges and structures.
It's also wise to keep an eye out for signage indicating height restrictions and to have alternative routes.
Have you ever encountered a similar situation while caravanning? Do you have advice for fellow travellers on how to avoid these costly mistakes? Share them with us in the comments section below!
Caravanning offers the freedom to explore the vast and beautiful landscapes of Australia, all while having the necessities of a home.
However, this dream could quickly turn into a nightmare, as one unfortunate driver recently discovered.
An incident in Picton should serve as a warning to all caravan owners and Aussies who own high vehicles.
A driver collided with a low-clearance beam while navigating under a bridge on Lumsdaine Street.
The accident took place at around 8 am on a busy day and led to a 'completely destroyed' caravan.
The caravan suffered massive damage after passing through a low-clearance beam. Image Credit: Fire and Rescue NSW
According to the Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) report, there were no casualties in the accident.
However, images released of the aftermath showed a scene of devastation, with the caravan irreparably damaged.
The FRNSW Picton brigade immediately secured the scene by isolating the caravan's gas supply and clearing debris on the road.
FRNSW emphasised that drivers, especially those towing caravans or other large loads, have to be cautious when navigating under bridges or structures with clearance limits.
They also urged motorists not to rely solely on GPS navigation systems.
While incredibly helpful when navigating roads, GPS navigation systems may not take a vehicle's height into account.
This lack of inclusion could lead to disastrous outcomes, especially for caravans.
Several social media users echoed FRNSW's advice.
'Maps is the problem; it always tells you to go over the bridge,' a comment read.
'If they're not local, this can happen. Especially in peak times, it's hard to reverse back and turn around.'
'Expensive mistake. Although they are not the first person to do it and won't be the last,' another wrote.
'As long as the occupants weren't hurt, things can be replaced.'
As people continue to enjoy the caravan life, this incident should be a reminder always to be prepared.
Before setting off on an adventure, always check the height of your caravan and plan routes to avoid low-clearance bridges and structures.
It's also wise to keep an eye out for signage indicating height restrictions and to have alternative routes.
