A devastating collision between two passenger buses near Uyuni, Bolivia has resulted in at least 37 deaths and left 30 others injured. The tragedy unfolded approximately 5 kilometers from the southwestern city early Saturday morning. According to police reports, the crash was triggered by a "lane invasion," which led to the catastrophic impact of the two vehicles traveling on a popular route towards Oruro, coinciding with the festive Oruro Carnival.
Tragic Bus Collision in Bolivia Claims 37 Lives
Tragic Bus Collision in Bolivia Claims 37 Lives
At least 37 fatalities confirmed following a catastrophic bus accident near Uyuni, with an additional 30 people injured.
Images circulated in local media displayed the aftermath of the collision, revealing a severely damaged bus with debris scattered across the roadside. Authorities confirmed that one of the bus drivers is in intensive care while the other remains stable. The injured have been promptly transported to medical facilities in both Oruro and Potosí, although their current conditions have yet to be disclosed.
As investigations commence, police await the results of alcohol tests conducted on the drivers. This incident highlights a troubling trend in Bolivia, where fatal traffic accidents are frequent. Earlier this year, over 30 individuals lost their lives when another bus fell nearly 800 meters into a ravine, and 19 more were killed in a separate accident in the same region.
The country's road safety record raises significant concerns, with an estimated 1,400 road fatalities reported annually in a nation of approximately 12 million residents. As the victims of this latest tragedy are mourned, calls for improved road safety measures are likely to intensify amid this ongoing crisis.
The community faces the stark reality of the dangers on Bolivian roads while grappling with the loss of lives and the urgent need for change in traffic regulations.
As investigations commence, police await the results of alcohol tests conducted on the drivers. This incident highlights a troubling trend in Bolivia, where fatal traffic accidents are frequent. Earlier this year, over 30 individuals lost their lives when another bus fell nearly 800 meters into a ravine, and 19 more were killed in a separate accident in the same region.
The country's road safety record raises significant concerns, with an estimated 1,400 road fatalities reported annually in a nation of approximately 12 million residents. As the victims of this latest tragedy are mourned, calls for improved road safety measures are likely to intensify amid this ongoing crisis.
The community faces the stark reality of the dangers on Bolivian roads while grappling with the loss of lives and the urgent need for change in traffic regulations.
