GHAZNI: A source in an Afghan province said that at least 52 passengers died and 68 individuals were injured in two bus accidents on Thursday Highway passing through central Afghanistan when a fuel tanker and a truck exploded.
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The first one occurred on the highway that connects the valley to the Afghan capital city, Kabul and the second one occurred on the highway to the southern Kandahar province on the roads of Ghazni province on Wednesday evening, the head of information and culture of Ghazni province Hamidullah Nisar said. Still, he has not mentioned the number of people killed in the two attacks.
The numbers may increase, but it is not out of the question. You shan’t believe what these people have been through. Nisar said from outside the hospital in Ghazni city attending to the injured.
He said none of the patients was in good health and had to be admitted in a very bad state and could only be transported to Kabul. He said the dead were also including several people who are injured some of them being children, women as well as other senior citizens.
Nisar said one of the buses overturned and hit a fuel tanker in Shahbaz village in the central part of Ghazni while the second bus knocked into a truck in Andar in the eastern region of the country.
In X, Chief government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid reported ‘We have great regret for these activities: This is to provoke investigation which will be commenced This is to provoke investigation which will be commenced”.
He also disclosed that the clearing operations took place in the morning according to an eyewitness from Andar; The metal nodes and the pieces of glass that were discovered – were among the items that belonged to the passengers in the buses.
When the sound came he woke up and got unconscious: One was among the injured in the accident and was shifted to Yahya hospital Shahbaz said to media men being placed beside an oxygen cylinder.
“But when at last he was able to crawl up and with the help of the rescuers get out from under the car he looked around and ‘saw that there were a lot of people, and some of them was lying under the car and on the ground next to us, many.”
As it is presented that they were throwing kisses and jests, and there were girls among them and they were weeping and they had their faces besmeared with blood. ”
FAQs
What happened in the Afghanistan bus accidents?
Two separate bus accidents occurred, resulting in 52 fatalities and multiple injuries.
Where did the accidents take place?
The exact locations of the accidents are yet to be confirmed, but they occurred on major Afghan highways.
What caused the accidents?
Preliminary reports suggest factors like poor road conditions, driver error, and potentially overloaded vehicles.
How many people were injured?
While 52 people were killed, several others sustained injuries, though the exact number is still being assessed.
Who is responsible for the accidents?
Investigations are ongoing to determine accountability, including potential issues with road safety measures and vehicle maintenance.
What actions are being taken in response?
Emergency responders are providing medical care, and authorities are investigating the cause to prevent future incidents.
What are the safety concerns on Afghan roads?
Common issues include poorly maintained infrastructure, reckless driving, and lack of enforcement of traffic regulations.
How can travelers stay safe on Afghan roads?
Travelers are advised to use reputable transport services, avoid night travel, and ensure vehicles meet safety standards.