M’LANG, COTABATO — A man was injured after reportedly getting caught in a dangerously low-hanging cable wire while riding his motorcycle in the early hours of August 15, 2026, in front of New Janiuay Elementary School in M’lang, Cotabato.
According to information shared by a concerned citizen, the motorcycle rider was traveling along the area when he became entangled with the sagging cable wire. The incident resulted in injuries to the rider, although the extent of his injuries and other details surrounding the accident were not immediately available.
The incident has raised concerns among residents and motorists who regularly pass through the area, particularly because the cable remains reportedly positioned low enough to pose a danger to road users.
Residents are calling on the owner, telecommunications provider, utility company, or individual responsible for the cable to immediately inspect the installation and take corrective action. They are particularly urging those responsible to properly elevate and secure the wire to prevent it from hanging over or dangerously close to the roadway.
Aside from motorcycles, residents warned that the low-hanging cable could also be struck or caught by trucks, buses, and other tall vehicles passing through the area. Such an incident could potentially cause another road accident, damage vehicles, or create additional hazards for pedestrians and other motorists.
The concerned citizen also appealed for appropriate assistance for the injured rider, while urging authorities and the responsible cable owner or company to address the reported hazard without delay.
The incident underscores the need for regular inspection and proper maintenance of overhead cables, particularly those installed along roads and near schools and other areas where motorists and pedestrians frequently pass.
As of this report, the identity of the company or individual responsible for the cable had not been established, and their side regarding the incident and the condition of the wire has yet to be obtained.
Residents are likewise being urged to exercise caution when passing through the area and to report other dangerously low-hanging wires to the appropriate authorities or service provider to prevent similar accidents.