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Natore road collision kills at least 13 in bus-truck crash
A devastating collision between a passenger bus and a truck on a Natore highway has claimed at least 13 lives, with authorities continuing rescue and recovery operations at the scene.
LSN Bangladesh ·
The accident occurred on a major road in Natore district when a passenger bus collided head-on with a heavy-duty truck, resulting in significant casualties. Emergency services rushed to the scene following reports of the collision, where rescue teams worked to extract survivors from the wreckage of both vehicles.
Authorities confirmed that at least 13 people have been killed in the incident, though the death toll may rise as rescue operations continue. Multiple passengers were reported injured and have been transported to nearby medical facilities for treatment.
The exact cause of the collision is under investigation. Local police and highway authorities have launched preliminary inquiries to determine the circumstances that led to the crash, including possible factors such as speeding, vehicle mechanical failure, or driver error.
The incident adds to concerns about road safety in Bangladesh, where collisions involving large commercial vehicles remain a significant cause of traffic fatalities. Authorities have urged drivers to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent similar accidents in the future.