At least 23 people were killed and five injured when a bus crashed in Brazil's Parana state while travelling towards hospitals near Curitiba, according to Al Jazeera.
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Key facts
- At least 23 people were killed in the crash.
- Five people were injured.
- The crash occurred in Parana state, Brazil.
- The bus was travelling to hospitals near Curitiba when the accident occurred.
At least 23 people were killed and five others were injured in a bus crash in Brazil’s Parana state, according to Al Jazeera.
The bus was travelling to hospitals near Curitiba when the accident occurred, the outlet reported.
Beyond the death and injury toll and the vehicle’s destination, further details about the circumstances of the crash were not provided in the available reporting.
The report did not specify the exact location along the route, the time of the crash, or the cause of the accident.
It was also not immediately clear from the reporting who the passengers were or the current condition of those injured.
Why it matters
Road crashes involving buses can cause significant loss of life in a single incident, affecting families and communities.
Frequently asked questions
Where did the Brazil bus crash happen?
The crash occurred in Parana state, Brazil, while the bus was travelling to hospitals near Curitiba, according to Al Jazeera.
How many people were killed or injured?
At least 23 people were killed and five people were injured, according to Al Jazeera.
What caused the crash?
The cause of the crash was not specified in the available reporting.
Timeline
- Brazil bus crash kills at least 23 and injures five in Parana state
Al Jazeera: The bus was travelling to hospitals near Curitiba when the accident occurred.