Twenty-three lives were tragically lost on Sunday when a bus plunged into a ravine in Brazil's eastern Alagoas state. 😢 The bus was navigating a remote mountain road near the town of União dos Palmares when the accident occurred.
According to regional authorities, 22 passengers died on the spot, and a pregnant woman sadly passed away after being taken to the hospital. Rescue services reported that the bus was carrying 40 passengers, with dozens injured in the incident.
The bus veered off the road in a challenging-to-access area of the mountainous region known as Serra da Barriga. The difficult terrain added complexity to the rescue operations.
State Governor Paulo Dantas expressed his deep sorrow over the tragedy, declaring three days of mourning on social media platform X. 💔
Our hearts go out to the families and friends affected by this heartbreaking accident. Stay safe out there, and remember to cherish every moment with your loved ones. 🙏
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
