Victoria
Potholes damage dozens of vehicles on Princes Freeway at Bunyip
Up to 30 motorists have been forced off the road after striking large potholes on the Princes Freeway in Victoria's east.
Motorists travelling through West Gippsland are being urged to exercise extreme caution after a series of severe potholes damaged dozens of vehicles on a major transport route.
Up to 30 vehicles have been forced off the road along the Princes Freeway in Bunyip, according to a wire report. The incident has caused significant disruption for commuters on the busy arterial road, with many drivers suffering tyre and wheel rim damage after striking the deep road depressions.
Regional roads in Victoria have faced ongoing maintenance challenges following recent weather events, but the sudden concentration of damaged vehicles in the Bunyip section has heightened safety concerns for local commuters. Road safety authorities have advised drivers to remain vigilant, reduce their speed, and maintain a safe braking distance from other vehicles when travelling through the affected eastbound and westbound lanes.
At this stage, official details remain limited regarding the exact dimensions of the potholes or the precise kilometre mark on the freeway where the damage occurred. It is also unconfirmed whether any motorists or passengers sustained injuries during the incidents, or if Victoria Police and towing services were required to manage the scene.
State road representatives and local maintenance crews are expected to inspect the highway to determine the extent of the road degradation. It is not yet known how long it will take to complete emergency patch repairs or what specific failures caused the sudden deterioration of the freeway pavement.
Drivers are urged to report any further road hazards to regional traffic authorities as soon as it is safe to do so.
We will watch for updates from VicRoads regarding emergency repair schedules and any planned lane closures on the Princes Freeway.
This report draws on original reporting by Wire report.
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