A tragic road accident in Balochistan claimed many lives after a passenger coach plunged into a deep ravine. The incident has drawn widespread attention, with reports confirming that 24 passengers dies in the crash while several others were injured.
According to local authorities, the accident took place in the Dhana Sar area between Zhob and Dera Ismail Khan. The passenger coach was travelling from Quetta to Peshawar when it lost control and fell into a deep ravine.
Sherani Deputy Commissioner Wali Kakar said the bus was carrying 35 passengers at the time of the accident. Officials confirmed that 24 passengers dies in the incident, while eight injured passengers were rescued and shifted to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Rescue teams reached the scene soon after the accident despite the difficult terrain. Emergency workers continued operations to evacuate the injured and recover those trapped inside the damaged vehicle.
Authorities said the rugged landscape made the rescue mission more challenging. However, emergency personnel continued their work to ensure that all passengers were accounted for.
The injured were provided immediate medical assistance before being transported to nearby healthcare facilities. Doctors and hospital staff remained on alert to receive the victims.
Health authorities declared an emergency at nearby hospitals across Balochistan to manage the influx of injured passengers. Additional medical staff and emergency resources were arranged to support treatment.
Officials stated that the district administration is closely monitoring the situation. They added that the final casualty figures will be confirmed once rescue and recovery operations are fully completed.
The incident has once again highlighted concerns about road safety on mountainous highways. Roads in these areas often feature steep slopes and sharp turns, making travel more difficult for large vehicles.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the exact cause of the accident. Investigators are expected to examine the condition of the vehicle, road conditions, and other possible factors that may have contributed to the crash.
Police and transport officials are also expected to prepare a detailed report after collecting evidence from the scene. The findings will help determine the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
The news that 24 passengers dies has prompted condolences from people across the country. Many expressed sympathy for the families who lost their loved ones in the accident.
Officials have urged motorists and transport companies to exercise extra caution, especially when travelling through hilly and mountainous areas. Safe driving practices and regular vehicle inspections remain essential to reducing road accidents.
Rescue operations continued for several hours as emergency teams worked to assist survivors and clear the accident site. Authorities said they will release further updates as more verified information becomes available.
The tragic accident serves as another reminder of the importance of road safety measures and emergency preparedness on Pakistan’s highways, particularly along routes that pass through challenging mountainous terrain.
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