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BREAKING: 24 dead in Beitbridge-Masvingo Highway accident
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A devastating accident on the Beitbridge-Masvingo highway near the Lutumba toll gate has left 24 people dead and 12 others critically injured. The collision involved a Beitbridge-bound Urban Connect bus and a haulage truck transporting magnesium to Chirundu.
The accident occurred in the early hours of the morning, sending shockwaves across the nation. Witnesses at the scene described it as one of the worst accidents on the highway in recent years, with the bus and truck sustaining extensive damage.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene to rescue survivors and recover the bodies of the deceased. The critically injured passengers were taken to Beitbridge District Hospital for urgent medical attention, with some expected to be transferred to larger hospitals for specialized care.
Preliminary reports suggest that the collision may have been caused by human error, but investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the crash. Authorities have called for patience as they piece together the events leading up to the tragedy.
This is a breaking news article and will be updated as news information is received.
The accident occurred in the early hours of the morning, sending shockwaves across the nation. Witnesses at the scene described it as one of the worst accidents on the highway in recent years, with the bus and truck sustaining extensive damage.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene to rescue survivors and recover the bodies of the deceased. The critically injured passengers were taken to Beitbridge District Hospital for urgent medical attention, with some expected to be transferred to larger hospitals for specialized care.
Preliminary reports suggest that the collision may have been caused by human error, but investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the crash. Authorities have called for patience as they piece together the events leading up to the tragedy.
This is a breaking news article and will be updated as news information is received.
Source - zimlive
