News|TransportMajor road crash leaves 18 dead, 3 injured in northeast EgyptRoad accidents, often linked to speeding, claim thousands of lives each year in Egypt.
A collision occurred between a truck and a passenger pick-up truck in Egypt's Port Said province on Thu, Feb 15, 2024. The incident resulted in 18 fatalities, primarily among fishermen, and left three individuals injured.
A collision occurred between a truck and a passenger pick-up truck in Egypt's Port Said province on Thu, Feb 15, 2024. The incident resulted in 18 fatalities, primarily among fishermen, and left three individuals injured.
The crash took place at approximately 12:30 pm local time (10:30 GMT) on the 30 June Axis highway, located south of Port Said. Survivors of the collision are receiving medical treatment at a local hospital. Public prosecutors have commenced an investigation to determine the cause of the accident.
Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, currently attending a meeting in Washington, DC, expressed condolences for the victims. He announced that financial assistance would be provided to the families of the deceased and injured. The Prime Minister is actively monitoring the situation through updates from the governor of Port Said province.
A collision occurred between a truck and a passenger pick-up truck in Egypt's Port Said province on Thu, Feb 15, 2024.
Road accidents in Egypt are frequent and result in numerous fatalities annually. Common causes include speeding, inadequate road conditions, and insufficient enforcement of traffic regulations. The government continues to address these issues to improve transportation safety.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
