Two fatalities were reported in a bus accident that occurred on BR-251 in Grão Mogol, Northern Minas Gerais. The accident took place in the early morning of Sunday, October 8, when the bus overturned. According to Sergeant Frederico Santos de Jesus from the Fire Department, both victims were seated together when a tree branch pierced the bus's body, striking them both. One was a woman with head injuries, while the other was a man with chest injuries. Tragically, they did not survive and died at the scene.

The victims have been identified as 60-year-old Evirânio Gonçalves da Silva and 77-year-old Maria Zinete de Jesus. Reports indicate that the bus was traveling when it overturned, resulting in this tragic incident. Preliminary investigations suggest environmental factors, like the tree branch falling, may have contributed to the severity of the accident. The bus was carrying passengers during the time of the accident, leading to concerns about passenger safety in similar situations.

This incident highlights the potential dangers posed by road travel in areas with dense vegetation, particularly regarding falling branches during adverse weather conditions. Local authorities, including the Federal Road Police, are conducting an investigation into the accident to better understand the circumstances and prevent future tragedies of this nature.