Woman walking in middle of road narrowly escapes bus collision
January 28, 2025
A woman walking in the middle of the road narrowly escaped being hit by a bus when the driver applied the brakes swiftly.
The incident took place in India on January 24.
Visuals show the woman crossing the road as a bus makes a turn, with the bus narrowly missing her. Her life is saved when people on bikes scream as the bus is about to hit her.
According to reports, similar incidents have taken place in different parts of India. In Mangaluru, Karnataka, a woman had a narrow escape after the driver of a private bus suddenly applied the brakes, avoiding a collision. Another incident occurred in Thoudugoli village. Meanwhile, in Rehari Colony, Jammu and Kashmir, a woman miraculously escaped being crushed by an out-of-control truck.
These incidents highlight the importance of road safety. Pedestrians should always use designated crossings and remain alert when walking near traffic. Drivers must exercise caution, especially in areas with heavy pedestrian activity. Additionally, road safety campaigns should be reinforced to educate both drivers and pedestrians about safe practices to minimize such close calls and fatalities.
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