Chain-reaction accidents in Bulgaria have caused 12 deaths and dozens of injuries / A Romanian is among the victims

Twelve people have died in two chain-reaction accidents on the Trakia motorway, near Yambol, Bulgaria. More than 50 vehicles were involved in collisions, and dozens of people were injured as dense fog reduced visibility.

Ten victims died at the accident scenes, while two others later died in hospital, according to the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA). A Romanian citizen is among the injured and is receiving medical care. Romania’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed condolences to the victims’ families and announced that consular teams are prepared to provide assistance.

The accidents occurred on both directions of travel, near the Zimnitsa road interchange. The first collision was reported at around 7:10 a.m., at kilometer 289, in the direction of Burgas, and shortly afterward a second accident was reported at kilometer 294, on the lane toward Sofia. Traffic was completely blocked.

Medical crews from Yambol, Sliven, and Burgas are taking part in the response. Several people remained trapped in vehicles, including tanker trucks. A Spartan military aircraft was sent to Burgas to support the transportation of victims. Rescuers continue operations, and the investigation into the causes will begin after the response has been completed.