Bus Accident in Sri Lanka
A passenger bus skidded off a cliff in Sri Lanka's tea-growing hill country, killing 21 people and injuring 35 others. The accident occurred near the town of Kotmale. Police are investigating the cause of the accident.
Key Points
- 21 people killed, 35 injured in a bus accident in Sri Lanka
- Accident occurred near the town of Kotmale in a mountainous area
- Driver's recklessness or technical fault being investigated as possible causes
Cons
- High number of casualties
- Reckless driving and poorly maintained roads are common causes of bus accidents in Sri Lanka