One person has lost their life and several others have been injured following a tragic bus accident in Riyadh. The incident saw a bus fall from the top of a bridge in the city, causing significant damage and injury to those on board.
According to a statement from the General Directorate of Civil Defense, rescue workers have transferred the injured parties to a local hospital for treatment. The Civil Defense is working in conjunction with the General Traffic Department to take all necessary measures following the accident.
Pictures of the overturned bus have been widely circulated on social media, with many calling for action to be taken to improve safety on bridges across the city. In particular, there have been calls to replace the iron fences on both sides of the bridges with more robust concrete barriers.
Additionally, many Twitter users have highlighted the need for better training for bus drivers, as well as regular vehicle inspections, to prevent similar accidents from occurring in the future.
