Tragic Bus Accident on Mississippi Interstate Claims Seven Lives
A commercial bus overturned on Interstate 20 in Mississippi, causing seven fatalities, including two children. The incident was attributed to tire failure. Thirty-seven passengers were injured and taken to nearby hospitals. Authorities are working to identify remaining victims as the investigation continues.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Mississippi | Updated: 01-09-2024 00:30 IST | Created: 01-09-2024 00:30 IST
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A commercial bus overturned on Interstate 20 in Mississippi Saturday morning, resulting in seven fatalities, according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol.
Among the deceased were a 6-year-old boy and his 16-year-old sister, identified by their mother. The National Transportation Safety Board cited tire failure as the cause.
Thirty-seven passengers were rushed to hospitals in Vicksburg and Jackson. The investigation is ongoing, and the names of the deceased have yet to be released.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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