More than 21 people are feared dead after the bus they were in overturned at the Coptic Roundabout on the Kisumu-Kakamega Road.
In the tragic accident, which was confirmed by Nyanza Regional Traffic Commander Peter Maina, the casualties were believed to be mourners returning from a funeral on Friday, August 8.
While the exact cause of the accident remains unclear, preliminary reports indicated that the driver lost control before the bus veered off the highway and overturned.
Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as passengers were thrown out of the vehicle upon impact.
It hasn’t immediately determined which bus school is it since the remains are still examined.
Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, announced an urgent blood donation drive scheduled for Saturday, August 9, at Leresian Park within JOOTRH, starting at 9:00 AM.
“This blood drive is crucial to ensure we have sufficient supplies to support the survivors who are undergoing treatment in our Orthopaedic Trauma Ward,” Dr. Oluga said.
The hospital had earlier confirmed it received 19 bodies from the crash site, while 4 additional victims, including 3 unidentified adult males and 1 child, succumbed to their injuries upon arrival.
Thirty-two survivors are receiving treatment in the hospital’s Orthopaedic Trauma Ward.
The hospital has set up a help desk next to the Emergency and Accident Unit to provide psycho-social support and assist family members seeking information about their loved ones. The hospital remains on high alert to manage any further emergency needs.
The Ministry of Health urged all road users to exercise caution, emphasising that road safety is crucial to preventing such tragedies.
UPDATE: The dead toll has rises to 25, Police says
