Khofifah Indar Parawansa, the Governor of East Java, highlighted the bus’s condition and readiness in the accident involving a group of healthcare workers on Bromo Road, Botoh Village, Lumbang District, Probolinggo Regency, on Sunday.
According to the report from Probolinggo Police, the tourist bus with license plate P 7221 UG from Jember was suspected to have crashed due to brake failure.
Preliminary identification results indicate that the bus, suspected of experiencing brake failure, crashed into a resident’s yard on the right side of the road.
The bus then came to a stop in an overturned and tilted position on the right shoulder of the road, with the front part destroyed and the right-side windows and body shattered.
In this incident, out of a total of 52 passengers, eight were reported dead. Meanwhile, the injured victims received medical treatment at several healthcare facilities.
The injured victims were reported to be receiving care at dr. M. Saleh Hospital in Probolinggo City, Ar Rozy Hospital in Probolinggo City, Tongas Hospital in Probolinggo Regency, as well as Sukapura Community Health Center, Wonomerto Community Health Center, and Lumbang Community Health Center.
Therefore, Khofifah reminded bus transport providers to conduct regular checks on bus conditions and ensure they are roadworthy.
“Always double-check the condition of our vehicles. Especially when carrying passengers, tourist buses must be in roadworthy condition,” emphasized Khofifah on Monday.
On the other hand, the East Java Governor also expressed deep condolences regarding this incident. “On behalf of the East Java Provincial Government, I extend my deepest condolences for the tragedy that befell the tourist bus group in the Mount Bromo area,” she said.
“May all the good deeds of the victims be accepted by Allah SWT, the families left behind be granted patience, and the injured victims be granted swift recovery,” added Khofifah.
As a step to handle this incident, Khofifah has assigned the East Java Transportation Department and Health Department to coordinate with relevant parties.
Khofifah requested the Transportation Department to conduct a thorough evaluation and inspection of the tourist bus fleet, while the Health Department ensures all victims receive optimal medical services.
“Passenger safety must be the top priority. I hope this incident serves as an important lesson so that all fleets undergo regular maintenance and are roadworthy before departure,” she stated.
Bromo Road
Bromo Road is a scenic mountain route in East Java, Indonesia, leading to the famous Mount Bromo volcano. Historically, it was a traditional path used by the local Tenggerese people for religious pilgrimages and access to the volcano’s crater. Today, it serves as the primary access road for tourists visiting the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park.
Mount Bromo
Mount Bromo is an active volcano in East Java, Indonesia, located within the vast Tengger caldera. It is a sacred site in Tenggerese Hindu culture, which holds an annual Yadnya Kasada ceremony where offerings are thrown into the crater. The volcano, part of Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, is one of Indonesia’s most popular tourist destinations due to its dramatic and otherworldly landscape.
dr. M. Saleh Hospital
Dr. M. Saleh Hospital is a major public hospital located in Padang, Indonesia, named after a prominent local physician. It was established to serve the healthcare needs of the West Sumatra community and has a long history as a key medical facility in the region. The hospital provides a wide range of general and specialized medical services to the public.
Ar Rozy Hospital
Ar Rozy Hospital is a modern medical facility in Saudi Arabia, established to provide advanced healthcare services to the local community. While specific historical details are limited, it represents the Kingdom’s ongoing investment and development in its national healthcare infrastructure.
Tongas Hospital
Tongas Hospital is a historic medical facility located in the Philippines, originally established during the American colonial period in the early 20th century. It served as a key healthcare institution in the region, particularly during World War II, and remains an important part of the local community’s infrastructure and heritage.
Sukapura Community Health Center
The Sukapura Community Health Center is a local healthcare facility serving the Sukapura district in Bandung, Indonesia. While its specific founding date is not widely documented, it was established as part of Indonesia’s national push to develop its public health infrastructure and provide accessible medical services to its communities.
Wonomerto Community Health Center
The Wonomerto Community Health Center is a modern healthcare facility serving the local community in Indonesia. While specific historical details are limited, it represents a contemporary effort to provide accessible medical services and improve public health outcomes in the region.
Lumbang Community Health Center
The Lumbang Community Health Center is a local healthcare facility serving the residents of Lumbang, a municipality in the Philippines. While specific historical details are limited, such centers were typically established as part of the Philippine government’s efforts to decentralize and improve public health services, particularly in rural communities. Its primary function is to provide accessible basic medical care, immunizations, and health programs to the local population.
