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Bolivian Bus Crash Claims at Least 30 Lives After Plunge Into Ravine

Authorities suspect speeding caused the vehicle to veer off a treacherous mountain road in Yocalla, leaving multiple injured and several in critical condition.

  • The crash occurred on February 17, 2025, when a passenger bus fell over 2,600 feet into a ravine near Yocalla, Bolivia.
  • Initial reports indicate at least 30 fatalities, with authorities still working to confirm the exact death toll.
  • Fourteen people, including children, were injured and taken to a hospital, with some requiring intensive care.
  • Police believe the driver lost control of the vehicle due to speeding on a narrow, winding mountain road.
  • This is the deadliest road accident in Bolivia this year, highlighting ongoing dangers on the country's perilous mountain routes.
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