At least 20 killed after bus crashes in Egypt

At least 20 people died, and three others were injured in a bus crash in Egypt, Report informs, citing IHA.

The incident took place in the province of Assiut, 320 km south of the capital Cairo.

The driver lost control and the bus overturned while trying to pass a truck.

According to the Ministry of Health, 36 ambulances were sent to the scene. Besides, preparations have been made in all hospitals in the area.

The bus was traveling from Cairo.

More than 3,480 people died in 10,000 road accidents in Egypt in 2019. In 2018, the country recorded 8,480 accidents and 3,080 deaths.