Over 60 Killed in Ethiopia Traffic Accident
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ADDIS ABABA, Xinhua: Over 60 people were killed Sunday in a traffic accident in south Ethiopia’s Sidama region when a truck carrying passengers plunged into the Galana River while crossing a bridge, said the regional communication office.
The survivors are being treated at hospitals nearby.
Despite a low per capita car ownership rate, deadly traffic accidents are relatively common in Ethiopia. Poor road conditions, reckless driving, a flawed licensing system, and lax enforcement of safety regulations are among the main reasons.