DEVELOPING STORY: Several feared dead in Rufunsa bus-truck collision

1 Views A Chipata-bound bus belonging to Power Tools Transport has been involved in a serious road accident at Lukwipa area in Rufunsa, with several people feared dead and others still trapped in the wreckage. The accident occurred after the bus collided with a truck that was carrying soya beans. The impact of the collision […]

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A Chipata-bound bus belonging to Power Tools Transport has been involved in a serious road accident at Lukwipa area in Rufunsa, with several people feared dead and others still trapped in the wreckage.

The accident occurred after the bus collided with a truck that was carrying soya beans.

The impact of the collision left the bus badly damaged.

Emergency teams rushed to the scene following the accident.

Police also arrived at Lukwipa and are at the scene coordinating the response.

Rescue efforts are currently ongoing as authorities work to pull survivors from the bus or recover any bodies.

It is not yet clear how many people were on board the bus at the time of the crash.

Information on the condition of the truck driver and any occupants of the truck is yet to be ascertained.

Lukwipa area is along the Great East Road, a major route linking Lusaka to Chipata and other parts of Eastern Province. The road is heavily used by passenger buses and haulage trucks.

Following the accident, traffic in the area was disrupted as rescue teams and police worked at the scene.

Members of the public also gathered to assist where possible while waiting for emergency services.

The accident adds to a series of road traffic accidents reported on Zambian highways this year involving passenger buses and trucks.

Authorities have previously urged motorists to observe road safety rules, especially on long-distance routes.

For now, rescue operations continue at Lukwipa as teams try to reach those still trapped in the bus.

Further details are expected once police complete their assessment and notify families of those affected.