Nearly 2,600 traffic deaths recorded in Q1, down 2pc

Authorities conduct a rescue operation at the scene of a passenger bus crash into a ravine on Bao Loc Pass, Lam Dong province, on March 30. (Photo: VNA)

Hanoi – A total of 4,755 traffic accidents occurred nationwide in the first quarter of this year, resulting in 2,598 deaths and 3,198 injuries, according to the Office of National Traffic Safety Committee.

Compared to the same period last year, the number of accidents, fatalities, and injuries declined by 27.8%, 1.9%, and 38.3%, respectively.

The majority of incidents took place on roadways, with 4,710 accidents causing 2,565 deaths and 3,192 injuries. Meanwhile, 30 accidents were recorded on railways, and 15 occurred on inland waterways.

No maritime accidents were reported during the period.

In March alone (from February 2 to March 14), Vietnam recorded 1,312 traffic accidents, resulting in 730 deaths and 886 injuries. This reflects a year-on-year decrease of 23.14% in accidents, 4.82% in fatalities, and 29.4% in injuries.