A traffic accident occurred when a 51-year-old man from Zagreb was driving a car with Zagreb registration plates in the north direction, in the left lane. During the drive, there was a tire burst, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle, switch to the right lane, and collide with a car with Dubrovnik registration plates driven by a 64-year-old driver from Lopud. The cars then went off the road, hit a rock, overturned, and stopped on the roadway.

In the accident, four people sustained serious injuries: the 51-year-old driver of the car with Zagreb registration plates, a 51-year-old female passenger, a minor, and a 55-year-old female passenger from the car with Dubrovnik registration plates. Passengers from the Zagreb car sustained minor injuries: a 67-year-old man, a 20-year-old man, a minor, and a child, as well as the 64-year-old driver of the Dubrovnik car.

It is crucial to ensure the technical condition of the vehicle, especially the tires, in traffic. Adjusting speed to road conditions can significantly reduce the risk of accidents. Additionally, adhering to speed limits prescribed by law or traffic signs is important for the safety of all road users. Alcohol and driving do not go together, and using a mobile phone while driving can be extremely dangerous.

Tips for road users
- Ensure the technical condition of the vehicle, especially the state of the tires.
- Adjust driving speed to road conditions.
- Respect speed limits according to the Law and traffic signs, including variable signage.
- Do not consume alcohol before and during driving.
- Do not use a mobile phone while driving.
- Always use a seat belt in both front and rear seats.
- Ensure adequate accommodation for children in the vehicle.
- Do not risk overtaking, regardless of urgency.
- Approach pedestrian crossings at reduced speed and with caution.
- Maintain a sufficient distance between vehicles in traffic jams.
- As pedestrians, walk on the left side of the road outside settlements, wear lighter clothing at night and during the day in reduced visibility conditions. The law requires pedestrians on the road to be marked with a light source or reflective material.
- Cyclists, always wear reflective equipment at night and in reduced visibility conditions.

Apart from this tragic event, other serious accidents on Croatian roads should be highlighted. For example, Defense Minister Mario Banožić was dismissed after causing a traffic accident in which one person died and he sustained serious injuries. The accident occurred when the minister, overtaking another vehicle, collided with a van from the opposite direction, resulting in the van driver dying at the scene. Banožić was transported to the hospital with serious head and body injuries but is not life-threatening. This accident emphasizes the importance of adjusting driving to road conditions and respecting traffic regulations, especially in bad weather conditions such as rain and fog.

Another significant event was the bus accident near Slavonski Brod, where ten people died, and 44 were injured. The accident occurred when the bus driver lost control of the vehicle and went off the highway. This tragic event reminds us of the importance of rest and concentration behind the wheel, especially for professional drivers who often spend long periods on the road.