In Xichang, a long-haired ox crossed a road and struck a passing truck, rupturing its radiator. Authorities have not yet determined liability between livestock owner and driver.

Social Context

Livestock roaming roads remains common in rural Sichuan despite the Rural Revitalization Promotion Law’s call for enclosed grazing. Liability typically falls on livestock owners under Article 1245 of the Civil Code—but exceptions apply if drivers violate speed limits or fail to yield to animals in designated pastoral zones.

Safety Tip

Drivers in rural areas should reduce speed near pastures, use horn alerts early, and document livestock presence with timestamped photos if involved in collisions.