Markapuram, March 26 -- Atleast fourteen people lost their lives in a tragic accident when a private travel bus collided with a tipper lorry on Thursday near Rayavaram, in the Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh.

The accident occurred early in the morning, leaving many passengers injured; some sustained severe burns, and all injured were taken to the hospital. Police and Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) teams reached the spot and are investigating the incident.

Speaking to ANI, Sub-Inspector Subba Rao says, "... The vehicle caught fire immediately after the accident. Villagers quickly alerted the authorities, and we rushed to the spot. The fire department extinguished the blaze and rescued those trapped inside. Despite their efforts, som...