SUV overturns in a ditch accident on the national road in Seonghwan-eup, Cheonan, leaving 5 injured.

At approximately 5:03 AM on the 2nd, an SUV traveling on the national road in Yulgeum-ri, Seonghwan-eup, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan, Chungcheongnam-do, fell into a ditch and overturned.

As a result of the accident, five people, including a woman in her 60s who was in the vehicle, sustained injuries; however, it has been confirmed that their lives are not in danger.

According to an investigation disclosed by the Cheonan Seobuk Fire Station, the SUV is believed to have crashed while trying to avoid a dog that suddenly appeared in front of it while navigating a corner.

The accident occurred while trying to avoid a dog that suddenly appeared ahead as the vehicle was navigating a corner.

It appears that the driver lost control of the vehicle during the sudden maneuver to evade the obstacle, leading to the vehicle veering off the road and overturning into the ditch.

Emergency Response and Follow-Up Actions

Immediately after the accident, the emergency responders who arrived at the scene swiftly transported the injured individuals to a nearby hospital.

A representative from the Cheonan Seobuk Fire Station reported, "Fortunately, all passengers were confirmed to have no serious injuries."

Traffic accident experts emphasized the importance of safe driving in preparation for sudden situations while driving on the road. They specifically noted that in rural areas on national roads, there is a potential risk of encountering wild animals or pets unexpectedly.

The police are currently conducting an investigation to determine the exact cause and circumstances of the accident.

They will closely examine the accident conditions by collecting witness statements and physical evidence from the scene, as well as analyzing footage from the vehicle's dashcam.

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