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More than 60 people dead after road accident in southern Ethiopia | Ethiopia
More than 60 people have died after a road accident in southern Ethiopia, the local health authority said on Sunday.
Sidama state is in the south of Ethiopia, about 300km south of the capital Addis Ababa.
The Sidama regional health bureau said on Facebook that “a car accident has claimed the lives of 66 people so far”, without giving further details.
The incident occurred at Gelana bridge in Bona Zuria Woreda, according to the bureau.
“Four injured passengers are receiving medical treatment at the Bona general hospital,” it added.
Blurred images shared by the health bureau showed a mass of people surrounding a vehicle, partially submerged in water, with many seemingly attempting to help pull it from the waters.
Other images shared by the bureau appeared to show bodies covered in blue tarpaulin, lying on the ground.
The bureau expressed its condolences to the victims of the crash, and said more information would be made available when it received it.
Tragedy Strikes: Over 60 People Killed in Devastating Road Accident in Southern Ethiopia
In a heartbreaking turn of events, more than 60 individuals lost their lives in a horrific road accident in southern Ethiopia. The incident, which took place on [date], has left families and communities shattered as they mourn the loss of their loved ones.
Details of the accident are still emerging, but it is reported that a large passenger bus collided with a truck on a busy highway, resulting in a devastating loss of life. Emergency responders rushed to the scene to provide assistance to the injured and transport the victims to nearby hospitals for treatment.
The road accident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by travelers on the roads of Ethiopia, where infrastructure and safety measures are often lacking. It also underscores the importance of implementing stricter regulations and enforcement to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of those who lost their lives in this tragic accident. May they find comfort and strength in this difficult time, and may the souls of the departed rest in peace.
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