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- 1/20If your vehicle breaks down on a motorway
Stop on the shoulder, stay safe behind barriers, and call for assistance immediately.
When you are involved in a minor accident
Avoid blocking traffic; document the scene and contact police if needed.
You see a serious road accident
Provide help only if it doesn’t endanger your own safety 112 is the emergency number in Poland.
If your brakes suddenly fail
Avoid panic; steer to safety while reducing speed.
When your engine catches fire
Do not open the hood use fire extinguishers only from a safe distance.
You witness a vehicle on fire
Alerting emergency responders promptly can prevent a disaster.
If your car stalls in a tunnel
Use emergency phones or exits; tunnel fires are highly dangerous.
When an emergency vehicle approaches with sirens
In congestion, form an emergency corridor Poland requires it by law.
You are the first to arrive at an accident scene
Assess traffic risks, warn others, and assist while waiting for services.
If someone is unconscious in a vehicle
Provide basic first aid if trained; never move the person unless there’s imminent danger.
When your tire bursts while driving
Avoid braking suddenly; slow down gradually and stop safely.
You are in an accident with no injuries
Polish law may require reporting depending on property damage severity.
If a passenger becomes ill or faints
Health emergencies should not be handled while in motion.
When your car slides off the road
Exit only if safe and wait for assistance; re-enter traffic cautiously.
You experience sudden dizziness while driving
Driving while impaired puts all road users at risk.
If your vehicle is leaking fuel after an accident
Risk of fire or explosion requires extreme caution.
You hit a large animal on the road
In Poland, striking a wild animal must be reported to police or proper authorities.
When your headlights fail at night
Do not drive without visibility; use a flashlight or emergency flares if needed.
If stuck on train tracks with a car
Use the number at the crossing to alert officials your safety comes first.
You find someone unconscious after a crash
Immediate action can save lives perform CPR while awaiting medical help.