Deadly Motorway Pile-Ups in Bulgaria Caused by Thick Fog

Multiple vehicle pile-ups along a motorway in Bulgaria have resulted in at least 11 to 12 fatalities, according to officials and the country's health minister. The tragic incidents occurred along a section of the Trakia motorway in the eastern or southeastern part of the country.

The massive collisions involved dozens of vehicles, with some reports stating about 50 vehicles were caught in the pile-ups that took place in both directions. Thick fog in the area has been identified as the cause of the poor visibility leading to the crashes.

In addition to those who lost their lives, a large number of people were hospitalized. Some reports state that dozens of individuals were admitted for treatment, while another official source specifies that a further 46 people were injured in the pile-ups.