Khofifah Conveys Condolences To Victims Of The Healthcare Bus Accident On Bromo

East Java Governor Khofifah Indar Parawansa (ANTARA)

East Java Governor Khofifah Indar Parawansa expressed his condolences for the tourism bus accident carrying a group of health workers (nakes) in the Bromo area, Probolinggo Regency, last Sunday

"On behalf of the East Java Provincial Government, I would like to express my deep condolences for the disaster that befell the tourism bus group in the Mount Bromo area. May all the deeds of worship of the victims be accepted by Allah SWT, the families left behind will be given fortitude, and the injured will be given a speedy recovery," said Khofifah, quoted by ANTARA, Monday, September 15.

Based on the report from the Probolinggo Resort Police (Polres), the bus numbered P 7221 UG from Jember is suspected of having failed brakes while crossing Jalan Raya Bromo, Botoh Village, Lumbang District.

The bus carrying 52 passengers hit the residents' yard and rolled over the shoulder of the road with the front condition destroyed and the right side of the vehicle badly damaged.

Eight people were reported to have died, while dozens of injured victims are currently being treated at a number of health facilities, namely the Regional General Hospital (RSUD) dr. M. Saleh Probolinggo City, Ar Rozy Hospital Probolinggo City, Tongas Hospital Probolinggo Regency, and the Sukapura Community Health Center (Puskesmas), Wonomerto, and Lumbang.

Governor Khofifah reminded the importance of safety in tourist travel, especially by bus transportation service providers.

"Always check and check the condition of our vehicle. Especially when carrying passengers, the tourism bus must be roadworthy," he said.

As a quick step, Khofifah has assigned the Department of Transportation (Dishub) and the East Java Provincial Health Office (Dinkes) to immediately coordinate with related parties.

The Transportation Agency was asked to evaluate and inspect the entire fleet of tourism buses, while the Health Office ensured optimal medical services for the victims.

"The safety of passengers must be a top priority. I hope this incident will be an important lesson so that all fleets are treated regularly and roadworthy before leaving," he said.