Swiss Coach Crash Leaves 'Several Dead': Police

A devastating road accident in eastern Switzerland has left several people dead and others injured, police confirmed on Thursday. The accident occurred between the communes of Susch and Zernez in the canton of Graubunden, a region known for its stunning Alpine scenery. The Dutch Federation of Travel Agencies reported that the coach, belonging to the tour company Oad, was carrying 48 Dutch tourists from the Netherlands when the crash happened. The coach was on a day trip from Austria when the accident occurred, with the group having left the Netherlands on Monday. Police declined to provide further details on the circumstances of the accident or the identities of the victims, citing the need to inform the families involved. However, footage broadcast by Swiss media showed rescue workers rushing to the scene and helicopters stationed nearby. The accident occurred near Zernez, the entry point for visitors to the Swiss national park, which covers over 100 square kilometers of the mountainous Engadine valley. The cause of the accident remains under investigation, with officials working to determine the cause of the crash. The Oad tour company has apologized for the incident, and officials are working to provide assistance to the affected families. This incident is a tragic reminder of the importance of road safety, particularly for tourists visiting foreign countries.