In the Ancash region of central Peru, a tragic interprovincial passenger bus crash on a mountain road left at least 20 people dead and six others injured, according to official reports. The collision occurred as the vehicle veered off a cliff along the Tarica-Yanaçin route, a stretch that winds through the rugged terrain near the Quircatayin district and the town of Cusco, drawing immediate responses from local authorities and emergency services. The situation prompted a rapid escalation in the reported fatalities as the regional emergency response center expanded its tally, underscoring the severity of the crash and the urgent need for medical attention on the scene and nearby facilities.
The emergency update from the Áncash Regional Emergency Operations Center highlights the gravity of the incident. The transport company involved was identified with the tragedy seizing public attention in the broader Peruvian community, as responders worked to account for all passengers and determine the exact sequence of events that led to the catastrophe. Officials noted that the line of the bus was operating within the jurisdiction of the local government, and that the crash had a profound impact on the affected communities, prompting a swift mobilization of health resources to manage serious injuries and prevent additional fatalities. The event has drawn emphasis on the region’s road safety measures and the ongoing efforts to enhance emergency response capabilities in high-altitude and narrow-road conditions.
Health authorities reported that six people sustaining injuries were redirected for treatment, with four conveyed to Taricá health center and two to Yanaç health center for prompt medical care. In addition, a coordinated response from the Huaylas Norte Health Network Yuracmarca confirmed that ambulances from Taricá and Yanac health centers arrived at the crash site to stabilize the injured. Community support followed, with municipal and local services contributing to the transport of victims and the provisioning of necessary medical resources. The incident has sparked discussions about road safety infrastructure in the rural Andean corridor and the importance of rapid, organized ambulance service to manage the aftermath of such events.