Summary
At least 24 people died in Bangladesh after a bus with 40 passengers fell into the Padma River. The accident happened in Rajbari district when the bus lost control near a ferry. Rescue teams recovered bodies and continued to look for missing passengers.
Key Facts
- A bus fell into the Padma River in Bangladesh, killing at least 24 people.
- The bus was carrying 40 passengers and lost control at a ferry station in Rajbari district.
- 22 bodies, including children, women, and men, were found inside the bus.
- Two women died after being rescued from the water.
- Emergency workers reported the bus sank nearly 30 feet into the river.
- Video footage shows rescue efforts with people trying to save passengers using scarves.
- Four fire service units, along with divers and other authorities, led the rescue operation.
- Traffic accidents are common in Bangladesh, with road and ferry incidents causing many deaths annually.
