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Bus plunges into canal in Vijayawada; all passengers evacuate safely
A private coach veered off the road and into a canal in Vijayawada on Wednesday, but all passengers on board managed to escape without reported injuries. Local residents assisted in the evacuation efforts.
LSN India ·
A privately-operated bus careened off the roadway and plunged into a canal in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, on Wednesday, prompting a swift evacuation of all occupants. According to eyewitness accounts from local residents at the scene, all passengers successfully exited the vehicle and made their way to safety without sustaining injuries.
The circumstances that led to the bus veering into the waterway remain unclear. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the exact location of the incident, the number of passengers aboard, or the cause of the accident.
Local residents who witnessed the incident played a crucial role in assisting the bus occupants during the evacuation. The incident highlights the importance of swift community response in accident situations.
No formal statement has been issued by the bus operator or local transportation authorities regarding the incident at this time.