HARIPUR: In the early hours of Thursday, a tragic accident occurred when a van carrying a family fell into a deep ravine in Haripur, resulting in the death of at least seven family members and critically injuring ten others.
The family was traveling from the Swabi Meera area to Islamabad airport when the van plunged into a gorge while navigating a sharp turn. Seven people died instantly, and ten others sustained critical injuries.
Rescue teams promptly arrived at the scene after being notified and transported the deceased and injured to the hospital. Rescue sources reported that many of the injured were in critical condition.
Road accidents are prevalent in Pakistan, making it one of the most hazardous countries for traffic. The high rate of fatal traffic accidents is attributed to poor road conditions, poorly maintained vehicles, and reckless driving.
