El Meniaa, Algeria – A serious traffic accident occurred early Tuesday morning in El Meniaa, resulting in injuries to 28 people. Two of the injured are reported to be in critical condition.
The incident took place on National Route 1 towards Ghardaia, within the municipality and district of El Meniaa. The collision involved two passenger buses operating on the Batna-Adrar and Ain Salah-Chlef lines.
According to local Civil Protection services, the accident occurred at 00:57. Emergency responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to provide first aid and transport the injured to the local hospital for treatment.
DZWatch is following this developing story and will provide updates as they become available. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation by local authorities.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding road safety and transportation standards within the region. Further details regarding the identities of those involved and the extent of their injuries are still being gathered.
The accident caused significant disruption to traffic flow on National Route 1, a major artery connecting several key cities in Algeria. Authorities are working to clear the scene and restore normal traffic conditions as quickly as possible.
We will continue to monitor the situation and provide comprehensive coverage as more information emerges.
