A heart-wrenching tragedy unfolded near Marapalam in Tamil Nadu as a tourist bus accident claimed the lives of at least eight people, among them three women, and left several others with serious injuries. The devastating incident occurred when a tourist bus, carrying approximately 55 passengers, met with a fatal accident, plunging into a 100-foot-deep gorge on a Saturday evening.
Deputy Inspector General of Police for the Coimbatore Zone, Saravana Sundar, confirmed the grim news, stating, “Around eight people died, while a few were seriously injured in the accident. Further investigation is underway.” Palani Samy, Joint Director of Coonoor Government Hospital, added his confirmation to the tragic toll, revealing that among the deceased were three females and five males.
Reports indicate that approximately 25 tourists sustained injuries in the accident, and they have been promptly transported to Coonoor government hospital for immediate medical attention. According to officials, the ill-fated bus was en route from Ooty to Mettupalaym in the Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu when the accident unfolded.
Preliminary findings suggest that the bus driver lost control of the vehicle, resulting in the harrowing plunge into the deep gorge at Marapalam, near Coonoor. Authorities acted swiftly, dispatching ambulances to the scene to transport the injured passengers to the hospital for urgent medical care.
This tragic incident underscores the pressing need for enhanced road safety measures, especially in challenging terrains and demanding road conditions. As investigations continue to determine the exact cause of the accident, authorities are expected to take necessary actions to prevent such mishaps in the future.
While the injured receive medical treatment, and families mourn the loss of their loved ones, this accident serves as a stark reminder of the paramount importance of road safety and vigilant driving, particularly on treacherous routes.
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