Harare Correspondent
A bus collided with a train at a railway crossing along Lytton Road in Harare, resulting in the bus crashing into several cars. The incident occurred at the Paisley Road level crossing, a location known for its history of accidents.
Details of the Accident:
- The impact of the collision was significant enough to push the bus out of its lane, causing it to ram into four other vehicles traveling along Paisley Road.
- A smaller Toyota Runx became trapped under the heavy bus as a result of the crash.
- Fortunately, reports indicate that there were no casualties from this incident, which is a relief given the severity of the collision.
This railway crossing has been a site of previous accidents; just last June, a similar incident resulted in one fatality when a goods train collided with a bus after the driver failed to stop at the crossing. Additionally, shortly after that, a school bus accident involving a goods train in Mutare left 12 students injured due to the driver attempting to beat the train to the crossing.
Public Reaction
The recent collision has sparked concern and discussion on social media. Here are some reactions:
- Snoochie commented on the disregard for stop signs at crossings.
- Qinn humorously noted that trains do not wait for anyone.
- Nate expressed surprise at the existence of trains in Zimbabwe.
- Kruger pointed out the bus driver’s responsibility to stop at the railway crossing.
This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns at railway crossings in the area, prompting calls for better adherence to traffic rules and increased awareness among drivers.
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