At least 22 people have been killed and dozens injured after a bus crash in the south Sinai area of Egypt, according to authorities. The region is popular with tourists.
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Key facts
- At least 22 people were killed in a bus crash in Egypt's south Sinai, according to authorities.
- Earlier reports had put the death toll at 16, then 21, before rising further.
- As many as 29 people were reported injured.
- The crash occurred in an area of Egypt popular with tourists.
- The figures were attributed to authorities and reported by Sky News.
At least 22 people have been killed after a bus crash in the south Sinai area of Egypt, authorities have said, according to Sky News.
Reports on the incident indicated a rising death toll through the day. Earlier updates from Sky News put the number of dead at 16, with 28 people injured, before authorities revised the toll to 21 killed and 29 injured, and then to at least 22 killed.
The crash took place in south Sinai, a region of Egypt that is popular with tourists.
As reported, dozens of people were injured in the crash, with the number of injured given as 28 in one early account and 29 in subsequent updates.
The sources available do not specify the cause of the crash, the identities or nationalities of those killed and injured, or the exact location within south Sinai. Further details had not been confirmed in the reporting provided.
The differing casualty figures reflect the evolving nature of the reports as authorities updated their accounts of the incident.
Why it matters
South Sinai is a major destination for international tourists, making road safety incidents there a concern for travellers and the region's economy. A crash of this scale, with a significant loss of life, underscores ongoing worries about road conditions and vehicle safety in parts of Egypt.
Frequently asked questions
How many people were killed in the Egypt bus crash?
Authorities said at least 22 people were killed, according to Sky News. Earlier reports had given figures of 16 and then 21 as the toll was updated.
Where did the bus crash happen?
The crash occurred in the south Sinai area of Egypt, a region that is popular with tourists.
How many people were injured?
Reports said 28 people were injured in an early account, with later updates putting the number of injured at 29.
Timeline
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Sky News: Sixteen people have been killed, and 28 more injured, after a bus crash in the south Sinai area of Egypt, authorities have said.
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Sky News: Twenty-one people have been killed, and 29 more injured, after a bus crash in the south Sinai area of Egypt, authorities have said.
- 21 people killed in bus crash in Egypt
Sky News: At least 21 people have been killed, and 29 more injured, after a bus crash in the south Sinai area of Egypt, authorities have said.
- 22 people killed in bus crash in Egypt
Sky News: At least 22 people have been killed after a bus crash in the south Sinai area of Egypt, authorities have said.