On Friday night, a tragic road crash occurred at Kilometre 425.6 of the North-South Expressway (southbound) near the Sungai Buloh Hospital in Kuala Lumpur. The incident involved seven vehicles, including an express bus, resulting in the death of the four-wheel drive driver and serious injuries to two others.
The two individuals who were seriously injured in the crash were a passenger in the four-wheel drive and the driver of a car, according to Ahmad Mukhlis Mukhtar, Assistant Director (Operations) of the Selangor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM). Additionally, six others sustained minor injuries and were taken to Sungai Buloh Hospital for treatment.
Ahmad Mukhlis also mentioned that all 24 passengers and the two drivers of the express bus emerged unscathed from the accident. He stated that a team of 11 firefighters from the Rawang Fire and Rescue Station responded to a distress call at 11.37pm and concluded the operation at 1.15am on Saturday.
According to the statement by Ahmad Mukhlis, the incident resulted in one fatality and two serious injuries, while six others sustained minor injuries and received medical attention at Sungai Buloh Hospital. Fortunately, none of the passengers on the express bus were harmed during the crash.
The swift response of the firefighters from Rawang Fire and Rescue Station to the distress call enabled them to quickly reach the scene of the accident. Their prompt action and efficiency in handling the situation contributed to the completion of the operation within a relatively short duration.
The tragic road crash near Sungai Buloh Hospital on Friday night involved a total of seven vehicles, including an express bus. Despite the severity of the incident, the passengers aboard the bus and the drivers were fortunate to have emerged from the accident unharmed.
The fatal crash, which resulted in the death of the four-wheel drive driver and serious injuries to two other individuals, necessitated immediate intervention from the first responders. The injured parties were promptly taken to the hospital for medical treatment and care.
The efficient coordination and efforts of the firefighters from Rawang Fire and Rescue Station played a crucial role in managing the aftermath of the road crash. Their swift response to the distress call and subsequent operation at the scene helped in minimizing further harm and ensuring the safety of the individuals involved.
Following the tragic incident on the North-South Expressway, the authorities have urged all road users to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent such accidents in the future. The importance of road safety and responsible driving practices cannot be emphasized enough to avoid similar tragedies.
As investigations into the cause of the multi-vehicle crash continue, it serves as a sobering reminder of the unpredictable nature of road accidents and the need for vigilance while driving. The loss of life and injuries incurred in the incident underscore the importance of prioritizing safety on the roads for all motorists and passengers.
