On Friday, two drivers tragically lost their lives following a head-on collision on the BR-364 highway at kilometer 439 in Várzea Grande, part of the metropolitan region of Cuiabá, Brazil. The accident occurred when one vehicle attempted to overtake a truck on the opposite lane, resulting in a collision with another car as it was nearing the end of the maneuver. The situation surrounding the accident is currently under investigation by authorities.

The highway operator, Nova Rota do Oeste, was present at the scene and confirmed that both drivers succumbed to their injuries. Meanwhile, the passengers from both vehicles were hospitalized; however, no details about their health conditions have been released. The incident prompted the closure of both the south and north lanes of the highway until the vehicles were cleared, with traffic being restored around 12:24 PM following the removal of the wreckage.

This tragic event highlights the dangers associated with overtaking maneuvers on highways, especially when visibility or road conditions are poor. The investigation will likely focus on the circumstances leading to the collision and may lead to further discussions about road safety measures in the area as officials seek to prevent similar incidents in the future.