At least 10 people died and 13 others were injured after a tourist van crashed and caught fire on the Islamabad‑Murree Expressway [1].
The incident highlights the ongoing safety risks associated with tourist travel on the steep and winding roads leading to the Murree hill station. These routes often see high traffic volumes during peak travel periods, increasing the potential for severe accidents.
Emergency responders said the crash occurred near Khajut on Wednesday [1]. The vehicle ignited following the impact, which complicated rescue efforts as officials worked to extract passengers from the wreckage.
Authorities said 10 individuals died in the blaze [1]. An additional 13 people sustained injuries during the crash and subsequent fire [1]. Rescue teams transported the injured to nearby medical facilities for treatment.
Local officials said the van was carrying tourists when the accident took place. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, though the sequence of events led to the vehicle catching fire shortly after the collision [1].
Traffic on the expressway was disrupted as emergency crews managed the scene and cleared the debris. The Islamabad‑Murree Expressway serves as a primary artery for those traveling from the capital to the northern highlands, a route known for its challenging terrain.
“At least 10 people died and 13 others were injured”
This accident underscores the critical need for stricter vehicle safety inspections and improved traffic management on the Islamabad-Murree corridor. The high casualty rate, driven by the vehicle catching fire, suggests that fuel system integrity and emergency egress in tourist vans remain significant vulnerabilities in Pakistan's transport infrastructure.
