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Deadly Bus Plunge in Bolivia Claims 10 Lives

2/6/2026

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A bus accident in Bolivia's highlands on February 6 killed at least 10 people and left several seriously injured.
The bus fell about 100 meters into a ravine near Putina Cotamasa, north of La Paz.
Local residents and authorities conducted rescue efforts for hours.
Emergency teams transported survivors to hospitals in La Paz.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.

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Story summary

A bus accident in Bolivia's highlands on February 6 killed at least 10 people and left several seriously injured.
The bus fell about 100 meters into a ravine near Putina Cotamasa, north of La Paz.
Local residents and authorities conducted rescue efforts for hours.
Emergency teams transported survivors to hospitals in La Paz.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.