In a tragic accident in Guatemala City, a bus fell off a bridge and into a gorge, killing at least 54 people. Authorities said the accident occurred on the Belize Bridge in the sixth district of the Guatemala capital.
Accident and Wreckage Situation
In images shared on social media by emergency responders, the bus can be seen overturned and partially submerged in water, with the surrounding area scattered. The debris is spread over a wide area, both on land and in the water. Photographs shared by the Guatemala military show bodies falling to the edge of the valley. In the immediate aftermath, the country’s volunteer firefighters and other rescue teams worked under cover of darkness to pull the injured and dead from the rubble.
Rescue Efforts and Challenges
Working under difficult conditions, rescue teams used headlamps and flashlights to reach people under the rubble. According to videos shared from the scene, these intensive rescue efforts continued throughout the night.
Following the accident, it was reported that at least 54 people lost their lives, while authorities warned that work was ongoing and that the death toll could rise. This tragic incident has once again highlighted the need for increased safety measures in Guatemala for bus accidents.
