A major road disaster struck the Yamuna Expressway (connecting Delhi and Agra) in the Mathura district early Tuesday morning when a dense fog caused a massive chain collision involving seven buses and three cars. The force of the impact caused several vehicles to burst into flames, leading to a high casualty count.
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The thing is: This is the second major fog-related pile-up on the NCR expressways in just two days, following a similar deadly crash on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway on Monday.
The Details of the Disaster
| Statistic | Details |
| Location | Yamuna Expressway (Agra-Noida carriageway), near Milestone 127 in Mathura |
| Vehicles Involved | 10 (7 Buses and 3 Cars) |
| Casualties | 4 Confirmed Deaths |
| Injured | 25 People (Rushed to C.H.C. Baldev and District Hospital; none reported seriously injured) |
| Cause | Extremely low visibility due to dense fog |
| Immediate Response | Over 12 fire tenders and 14 ambulances deployed. |
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Shlok Kumar confirmed that the poor visibility was the direct cause, triggering the pile-up which quickly escalated when the cars caught fire. The rescue and relief operations were quickly launched, with police and administration teams clearing the highway and arranging government vehicles to transport stranded passengers.
Mathura District Magistrate (DM) Chandra Prakash Singh called the incident “very unfortunate” and stated that while the cause will be investigated later, the immediate priority was relief work and ensuring the injured receive the best possible treatment.
Highway Safety Warning: Driving in Dense Fog
Given the spike in fog-related accidents, police and authorities are urging motorists to follow strict safety protocols:
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Reduce Speed: Drive at a speed of 30 kmph or below in dense fog. Reduce speed to match your visibility.
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Use Proper Lights: Use low-beam headlights and fog lights (if available). Never use high beams, as they reflect off the fog and worsen visibility.
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Maintain Distance: Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead. Fog dramatically increases the required braking distance.
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Do Not Stop: Avoid stopping on the highway except at designated areas. If you must stop, pull over as far off the road as possible and turn on your hazard lights.
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