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Teacher, son die after vehicle hits debris, plunges into ravine
A teacher and her son were killed in Rompin when their multipurpose vehicle struck debris on the road, causing it to skid and plunge into a ravine. The incident occurred in Pahang on Thursday.
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The mother and child were travelling in the MPV when the vehicle encountered debris on the roadway in the Rompin area. The collision with the obstruction caused the vehicle to lose control, skidding across the road before veering off the edge and plummeting into the ravine below.
Emergency services responded to the scene following reports of the incident. Both occupants were pronounced dead at the scene, with authorities confirming the fatalities on Thursday.
The exact cause of the debris on the roadway and the precise circumstances leading to the accident remain under investigation. Traffic authorities have not yet indicated whether any other vehicles were involved in the incident.
The deaths add to concerns over road safety in the area, particularly regarding hazards that may accumulate on major routes. Authorities have urged motorists to remain vigilant and report any obstructions found on roadways immediately to prevent similar tragedies.