A severe car accident in Waltenschwil, Switzerland, left two drivers critically injured on Tuesday evening.

The collision occurred at a crossroads when a car entering from a side road struck another vehicle traveling on the main road.

Both drivers were trapped in their vehicles due to the impact and had to be rescued by firefighters using heavy equipment.

Emergency helicopters transported the injured to hospitals for urgent medical care.

The accident prompted a large-scale response, including local and cantonal police, multiple ambulances, and fire brigades.

Roads were closed, and a detour was set up as authorities investigated the scene to determine the cause of the crash.

The investigation is ongoing.