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Busunfall in Südafrika fordert 45 Todesopfer, eine Person wird verletzt

Busunfall in Südafrika fordert 45 Todesopfer, eine Person wird verletzt

A tragic bus accident in South Africa has resulted in the loss of at least 45 lives and left one person critically injured near Mamatlakala in the northern province of Limpopo. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, has sent shockwaves through the region. According to the South African Department of Transport, the accident was caused when the bus driver lost control and collided with barriers on a bridge. This collision led to the bus veering off the bridge and plummeting to the ground below, where it burst into flames upon impact. The passenger bus was reportedly ferrying individuals from Botswana, a landlocked country in Southern Africa, to Moria, a town located in the Limpopo province. The journey, meant to be a routine commute, tragically ended in disaster. Rescue operations were immediately launched following the accident, but the situation proved challenging due to the severity of the crash. As rescue teams worked tirelessly, they encountered harrowing scenes. Some bodies were so severely burned that they were unrecognizable, while others were trapped amidst the wreckage or scattered across the accident site. Authorities from Limpopo’s Department of Transport provided further insights, stating that rescue efforts continued well into Thursday evening. The grim task of recovering and identifying the victims persisted throughout the night, highlighting the devastating impact of the tragedy on the community and the nation at large. The accident serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with road travel and the importance of stringent safety measures, including driver training and vehicle maintenance. As investigations into the incident unfold, families and loved ones mourn the lives lost in this heartbreaking event, while efforts to support and assist the survivors and their families remain ongoing.

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