Bus crashes in Brazil’s Alagoas state, killing at least 16 people
Summary
A bus in Alagoas, Brazil, crashed while returning from a religious festival, killing at least 16 people, including four children. The accident happened when the bus veered off the road and overturned, ejecting some passengers and trapping others under the bus. An investigation into the accident is ongoing.Key Facts
- The crash occurred in Alagoas, a state in northeast Brazil.
- At least 16 people died, including seven women, five men, and four children.
- The bus was carrying about 60 people when it overturned on a curve.
- Some passengers were ejected, and others were trapped under the bus.
- The bus was returning from a religious festival for Our Lady of Candelaria.
- Survivors, including a seriously injured child, were taken to the hospital.
- Governor Paulo Dantas declared three days of mourning in Alagoas.
- Road accidents are common in Brazil, with over 10,000 traffic deaths reported in 2024.
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