Exodus death toll reaches 378
The Jakarta Post, Jakarta | Wed, 08/31/2011 5:06 PM
Authorities reported that at least
378 people had died in traffic accidents as of Tuesday evening during the Idul Fitri holiday exodus.
The accidents also caused more than 630 severe injuries. At least 1,615 others suffered light injuries.
The National Command Post for Idul Fitri, managed by the
Transportation Ministry, reported 238 traffic accidents on Tuesday alone, when 33
people lost their lives, kompas.com reported on Wednesday.
Most accidents were reportedly caused by sleepy
drivers (67 percent). The remainder were blamed on driving under
the influence of alcohol and carelessness, including using cell phones
while driving.
