In the early hours of Saturday, February 8, 2025, a devastating accident occurred near Escárcega in Tabasco, Mexico, resulting in the deaths of 41 individuals. A bus carrying 48 passengers collided with a truck, leading to a catastrophic fire that left the bus completely incinerated, with only its metal frame remaining.
According to authorities in Tabasco state, 38 bus passengers, two bus drivers, and the truck driver perished in the collision. Recovery efforts are ongoing, with officials noting that “so far, only 18 skulls have been confirmed, but much more is missing.”
Bus operator Tours Acosta expressed profound sorrow over the incident, stating on Facebook that they are collaborating with authorities to determine the cause of the accident and to verify whether the bus was adhering to speed regulations.
Tabasco Governor Javier May Rodriguez announced on social media that the state is coordinating with federal and Campeche authorities to provide necessary assistance. Ovidio Peralta, the mayor of Comalcalco in Tabasco, also affirmed readiness to support federal and state authorities as needed.
This tragic event underscores the critical importance of road safety and the need for stringent adherence to traffic regulations to prevent such devastating incidents in the future.
