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V sobotu došlo k nehodě při Rallye Hořovice v Česku. Auto narazilo do diváka, který byl vážně zraněn. Policie incident vyšetřuje . Řidič v autě nebyl pod vlivem alkoholu. Zraněný byl převezen do nemocnice. Závod pokračoval, ale klade se důraz na bezpečnostní opatření pro diváky.
Translation
On Saturday, there was an accident at the Hořovice Rally in the Czech Republic. A car hit a spectator, who was seriously injured. The police are investigating the incident. The driver was not under the influence of alcohol. The injured person was taken to hospital. The race continued, but there is a strong emphasis on safety measures for spectators.
Exercise: Text comprehension
Question 1: What happened during the Rallye Hořovice in the Czech Republic?
A car crashed into a spectator, who was seriously injured.
Question 2: Was the driver under the influence of alcohol during the incident?
No, the driver was not under the influence of alcohol.
Exercise: Vocabulary
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▌24/11/2024
A serious accident occurred on Saturday during the 21st Rallye Hořovice in the Beroun region of Czechia, resulting in severe injuries to a spectator. The incident happened when a racing car collided with a metal pipe, striking a man who was reportedly standing within a designated spectator area.
The accident was reported to the police at 4:20 PM. According to police spokesperson Vlasta Suchánková, an investigation is underway to determine the cause and circumstances surrounding the event. Initial findings indicate that the driver of the vehicle had a negative result in a breathalyser test, ruling out alcohol as a factor.
Rallye Accident in Hořovice Injures Spectator (Illustration)
The injured spectator sustained significant chest injuries and was conscious when first responders arrived at the scene. He was airlifted by emergency services to a hospital in Motole to receive advanced medical care, according to Marek Hylebrant, a spokesperson for the rescue services.
The rally event, part of the Czecho-Moravian Rally Cup, took place over the weekend. Despite this tragic incident, the rest of the event proceeded without major disruptions. Local authorities emphasized the importance of examining safety measures to prevent such occurrences in the future.
Motor racing safety experts stress the constant need for reviewing and enforcing safety protocols, particularly regarding spectator areas in high-speed motorsport events. The Hořovice accident highlights the potential dangers inherent in motorsport and the necessity for prudent safeguards to protect fans and competitors alike.
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