Liga Asuransi – Greetings, risk takers! In the fourth week of January 2024, we again present a series of news regarding accident incidents in Indonesia which invites all of our attention. We remind you again that risks can lurk anywhere and at any time, and it is unknown who will be the victim. Although we cannot predict when and where accidents will occur, we have the ability to reduce their impact by prioritizing safety. In this article, we have collected seven accident news stories that will deepen our understanding of the importance of safety in everyday life.
Let’s remain alert and take care of ourselves and those closest to us. By coming together, we can create a safer environment and reduce the risk of accidents. Happy reading, I hope these articles provide valuable benefits and understanding in our efforts to maintain our collective safety.
PO Shantika Bus Falls from Pemalang Toll Road, 2 Killed and Dozens Injured
A tragic incident occurred on the Pemalang Toll Road, Central Java, when the PO Shantika Bus plunged from the toll road on Sunday (21/1/2024) at around 12.30 WIB. This accident killed two passengers and injured dozens of others. Check out complete information regarding the beginning of the incident and efforts to evacuate the victims.
The Beginning of the Shantika Bus Accident on the Pemalang Toll Road
The accident occurred on the Pemalang KM 320 toll road to a village road in the Ampelgading area, Pemalang Regency. The bus, number K1736 CB, was carrying 20 passengers, 2 drivers and one net attendant, traveling from Jakarta to Semarang. The accident is thought to have occurred because the driver lost focus or was sleepy.
The cause of the accident is still being investigated
Pemalang Deputy Chief of Police, Kompol Gunawan Wibisono, stated that the bus was traveling from Jakarta to Jepara, and at the time of the incident, the weather was clear. Even though the chronology of the accident has been revealed, the exact cause is still being investigated by the Pemalang Police Traffic Unit.
Identity of 2 Dead Victims
The two bus passengers who died in this accident were Sudirman from Ciledug, Banten, and Sudarmono from Kudus, Central Java. Evacuation of the injured and dead has been carried out, with the injured spread across Comal Baru Hospital and Siaga Media Hospital.
Driver Apologizes Before Accident
Several passengers who survived said that the bus driver had shouted to apologize before the accident occurred. At that time, they felt the bus turn sharply to the left before plunging off the toll road.
Victim Relief and Evacuation Efforts
Local residents heard a loud crash and immediately provided help. The injured and trapped victims were evacuated by Basarnas officers and volunteers, assisted by local residents. They were then rushed to the nearest hospital for treatment.
This tragic incident provides a reminder of the importance of travel safety, while further investigations are ongoing to avoid similar accidents in the future.
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Container worker killed by crushed container at Teluk Bayur Depot, Surabaya
Surabaya, 19 January 2024 – A heartbreaking tragedy occurred at Teluk Bayur Depot, Surabaya, when a container depot worker died tragically after being crushed by a container on Friday (19/1/2024) at around 15.00 WIB. The victim named Askur (64), a resident of Tenggumung Wetan 4 Surabaya, died at the location while arranging to move a 40 foot container.
Head of Darlog BPBD Linmas Surabaya, Buyung Hidayat, explained that the incident occurred when the hook of the Kalmar heavy equipment suddenly came loose, causing the container to fall and hit Askur. Although the victim was immediately evacuated and declared dead after being examined at the PHC Hospital, the further identification process was carried out by the Tanjung Perak Port Police Inafis, Surabaya.
Buyung added, “Information from colleagues stated that Askur was arranging the process of moving containers when the tragic incident occurred.” After identification, the victim’s body was then evacuated and taken to the RSU Dr Soetomo mortuary using the PMI Surabaya City ambulance.
This incident highlights the need for precision and safety in container depot operations, as well as the importance of efforts to prevent work accidents in potentially dangerous industrial sectors. Authorities are expected to carry out a thorough investigation to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
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Fishing Boat from Ujunggenteng Village Destroyed by Waves in the Indian Ocean, 1 Crew Missing
A tragedy struck the waters of the Indian Ocean when a fishing boat from Ujunggenteng Village, Sukabumi Regency, West Java, had an accident due to being hit by a wave. Four fishermen sailed to fish, but misfortune befell them. Although three were rescued, one fisherman is still missing to this day.
The motor ship with the hull name HDR departed on Friday morning in initially clear weather. However, a drastic change in weather occurred at around 15.00 WIB, with strong winds, heavy rain and high waves. The skipper, Hadsur, faced difficulty controlling his boat, and within a short time, high waves damaged the motorboat.
The captain and three crew members jumped into the sea and drifted to the Lampung area. By using buoys and floating items, they try to survive in the middle of the sea. Although he managed to reunite, Deden was separated from his colleagues, who tried to move ashore without success due to high waves.
Luckily, KM MV Martha Baruna from PT Bahtera Adhiguna passed through the waters of the Lampung Sea and succeeded in evacuating three victims. However, a search is still underway to find Deden who is missing in the middle of the Indian Ocean. The joint SAR team from Sukabumi and South Lampung Regencies united to continue search efforts, scouring the waters in the hope of finding fishermen who are still missing.
The Sukabumi Police Satpolairud, in collaboration with the Harbormaster of South Lampung Beach, continues to coordinate efforts to search for and hand over the three fishermen who were rescued. Meanwhile, the family and local residents are waiting for news and hope to see Deden found safe.
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Fire Burns Project Workers’ Mess and Eight Motorbikes in West Jakarta
Monday (22/1/2024) afternoon, a fire broke out in a three-story semi-permanent building which served as a mess for project workers on Jalan Puri Indah, Kembangan, West Jakarta. This incident caused eight motorbikes belonging to the workers to catch fire.
The fire quickly spread and consumed the entire 300 square meter shelter building. The building was used by project workers who were busy building an apartment at that time. The condition of the building which contains a lot of flammable materials makes the fire difficult to control. It is suspected that the fire was triggered by an electrical short circuit on the second floor of the building.
The Head of Kembangan Selatan Urban Village, Pradana Putra, said, “The object that caught fire was a worker’s bunkhouse belonging to PT Ampi Puri Indah Mall. Earlier we saw that we had just combed about 8 motorbikes that were on fire. When the fire started, it was thought that an electrical short circuit came from the 2nd floor.”
The West Jakarta Fire Department immediately moved quickly by deploying 11 units and 55 personnel to extinguish the fire. Even though it was only extinguished within an hour, losses due to the fire were estimated at hundreds of millions of rupiah.
Luckily, there were no fatalities or injuries in the incident. However, this incident reminds us of the importance of safety and vigilance in using electricity as well as the need for preventive measures to prevent the risk of fire in construction areas and building projects.
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Floods hit 9 sub-districts in Sintang, thousands of people affected
A flood disaster hit 9 sub-districts in Sintang Regency, West Kalimantan, since a week ago and has not subsided until Monday (22/1/2024). A total of 28,463 people were affected, of which 95 were forced to flee.
The Operations Control Center (Pusdalops) of the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) recorded varying flood heights, reaching 50-200 centimeters. The affected sub-districts include Sintang, Binjai Hulu, Tempunak, Serawai, Sepauk, Kewai Hilir, Kelam Permai, Dedai and Kayan Hilir.
According to the BNPB Disaster Data, Information and Communication Center report, material losses involved 3,659 housing units, 116 bridges and 134 public facilities affected.
In dealing with this situation, the Regent of Sintang declared an extension of the Emergency Alert Status for Natural Disasters for Floods, Tornadoes and Landslides until January 31 2024.
The obstacle faced in handling emergencies is related to food aid. Head of the Emergency and Logistics Division of BPBD Sintang Regency, Sugianto, stated that even though there were logistical and food constraints, his party received cross-sector assistance in providing basic necessities.
BNPB advises residents to remain alert to potential hydrometeorological disasters during the rainy season. The public is also reminded to comply with local government directions.
The BMKG weather forecast states that West Kalimantan has the potential to experience light to heavy rain, with early warnings of potential rain, lightning and strong winds in several areas, including Sintang, on Wednesday (24/1).
Source: https://news.detik.com/berita/d-7155619/banjir-di-kabupaten-sintang-kalbar-95-orang-mengungsi
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Spiced Coffee Entrepreneur Becomes Victim of Armed Robbery in Jombang, IDR 350 Million Missing
A spiced coffee entrepreneur from Kediri City, Joko Suprianto (59), and his friend Arifudin (41), became victims of an armed robbery on Jalan Dusun Mulangagung, Murukan Village, Mojoagung, Jombang. This incident resulted in the Rp. 350 million that the two of them were carrying being confiscated by a group of robbers armed with pistols.
Joko Suprianto said that they were on their way to an Islamic boarding school around Murukan Village. Joko carried IDR 250 million in a backpack, while his friend, Arifudin, carried IDR 100 million in a small bag.
This tragic incident occurred when the car they were traveling in was cut off by another car on a quiet street in Mulangagung Hamlet on Monday (22/1) at around 18.30 WIB. The car that was ambushing was unclear because of the dark conditions, but a group of six robbers suddenly appeared.
One of the perpetrators pulled Joko out of the car to steal a bag containing Rp. 250 million, while another perpetrator stole a bag containing Rp. 100 million that Arifudin was carrying. They also succeeded in confiscating Joko’s cellphone, wallet and car keys.
The two victims admitted that they were pointed at with a gun by the perpetrators who fled north or towards Kejagan Village, Trowulan District, Mojokerto. Joko and Arifudin then walked about 100 meters to ask residents for help and report the incident to the Mojoagung Police.
The Regent of Sintang declared the Emergency Alert Status for Natural Disasters for Floods, Tornadoes and Landslides until January 31 2024. This tragic event adds to the series of criminal cases in the community, showing the need for serious attention to security and order in the region.
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Tourist Bus Accident on Ngawi Toll Road: 14 Sidoarjo 1 Public High School Students Injured, 2 People Died
A tragic accident happened to the SMA Negeri 1 Sidoarjo group when the tourist bus carrying them got stuck and rolled over on the Ngawi Toll Road, East Java. The incident occurred on Thursday (18/1/2024) evening, leaving 14 students injured, of whom four students had to undergo inpatient treatment.
From information obtained from Widodo Ngawi Hospital, dr. Dessy, the doctor on duty, confirmed that of the 14 students being treated, four of them had serious injuries and had to be hospitalized. While the rest are undergoing outpatient treatment. The names of the students who had to be hospitalized were Rania, Tia, Samsiatu, and Azumil. Some of them suffered head and neck injuries and broken bones, although all of them were conscious.
The chronology of this accident began when the bus driver tried to avoid the truck loaded with rambutan fruit in front of him which had a burst tire and swerved. The truck, with plate number H 8216 GE, suffered a burst left rear tire, causing it to roll to the right. The bus behind it was unable to avoid it, hit the back of the truck, and finally lost control, rolled over and fell into the ditch on the left side of the toll road.
In this accident, two victims died, including a teacher and a student. Police explained that the bus driver’s attempts to avoid the swerving truck were unsuccessful, leading to this sad incident. Further investigations are still underway to understand in more detail the cause of the accident and ensure preventive measures in the future.
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