In brief
A horrific bus accident in Guatemala City early Monday morning resulted in a least 53 fatalities and many injuries. The bus reportedly fell off a bridge into a ravine after colliding with other vehicles. Footage from the scene showed the bus submerged in a river of sewage, with personal belongings scattered nearby.
Local officials suggest a potential mechanical failure caused the driver to lose control, but an investigation is still in progress. President Bernardo Arévalo declared a day of national mourning, expressing his condolences to the victims' families and mobilizing the army for rescue efforts. The situation remains tragic as the number of casualties could rise.
