6 Singaporean tourists injured in minibus accident near Indonesia’s Mount Bromo: Reports
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TLDR
- Six Singaporean tourists were injured in a minibus accident near Mount Bromo in East Java, Indonesia.
- The accident, which involved three other vehicles, may have been caused by brake failure and occurred on a mountainous tourist route.
- Investigations are ongoing, and the incident follows another tragedy where two Singaporeans died after an eruption of Mount Dukono.
A group of Singaporean tourists on a scenic trip to Indonesia's Mount Bromo found themselves in a harrowing accident, with six individuals sustaining injuries. The minibus they were traveling in was involved in a collision with multiple vehicles on a steep, mountainous route, with reports suggesting brake failure as a potential cause.
The minibus downhill descent is halted by an electric post it crashes into, the video shows.
Local media captured the dramatic scene, showing the minibus crashing into an electric post after colliding with other vehicles. The injured tourists, suffering from various injuries including facial lacerations, were promptly taken to a local hospital. Investigations into the exact cause of the accident, including the detail that a passenger, not the designated driver, was at the wheel at the time of the crash, are underway.
The minibus had crashed into the other vehicles because of a suspected brake failure, local news outlet Radar Bromo reported.
This unfortunate incident casts a shadow over travel to Indonesia, especially coming so soon after another tragedy involving Singaporeans. Just days prior, two Singaporeans lost their lives following the eruption of Mount Dukono on Halmahera island. These events underscore the inherent risks associated with exploring Indonesia's natural wonders, reminding travelers to remain vigilant and informed about safety precautions.
The driver of the minibus at the point of collision was not the designated driver, but an Indonesian traveller headed to Surabaya.
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