A devastating landslide hit a vehicle in Skardu, killing five precious lives. The tragic incident occurred when a vehicle with several passengers was hit by a landslide, burying the dead passengers from Shengus village.
The police, however, say that rescue teams have been sent to the area to retrieve the bodies. The landslide has hindered easy access to the location of the teams. Police authorities are investigating the accident while making efforts to comfort the victims’ families.
Another Fatal Accident in Neelum Valley
In another accident, a jeep carrying a family fell into a ditch in Azad Jammu and Kashmir’s Neelum Valley, killing three people. Seven others were injured with two in critical condition. The accident was caused by the snow on the road, which created hazardous driving conditions.
Vehicle Falls into Ravine in Astore
In yet another incident, a vehicle fell into a ravine in Astore, leaving six passengers injured. The wounded were shifted to the hospital, where they are receiving medical attention.
Weather Changes Cause Havoc in Northern Areas
The incidents follow weather changes that have left the northern areas in a grip of intermittent snowfall. It is quite common to hear of landslide and accidents cases in those hazardous terrains, so the authorities are working with full force to provide them with support and assistance.
_Last Month’s Tragic Accident
Last month, a tragic incident occurred in Gilgit Baltistan, where a wedding guest bus plunged off the bridge into the Indus River, killing 14 people. The accident happened due to the negligence of the driver, and the police are working to prevent such incidents in the future.
