49 people died in a car accident in Kenya According to the Kenyan police, a fatal car accident that occurred in the country's southwest ...

49 people died in a car accident in Kenya

According to the Kenyan police, a fatal car accident that occurred in the country's southwest claimed the lives of 49 persons.

According to regional police commander Agnes Kunga, who spoke to the BBC, 20 individuals suffered critical injuries.

Eight persons were hurt as a result of the truck wreck event.

The tragedy took place when the truck passed the driver, crashing into the businesses on the side of the road as well as other automobiles and motorcycles.

According to the police, the truck struck at least nine parked cars.

The prolonged rescue effort was hampered by the severe rain, which led to numerous fatalities.