A tragic truck accident in southern Ethiopia has resulted in the deaths of at least 71 people, primarily wedding guests. The truck, which was overcrowded, fell off the Gelan Bridge and plunged into a river. Rescuers faced delays due to the remote location, and eyewitness accounts highlighted the festive atmosphere just before the tragedy. The incident has raised concerns about road infrastructure and transportation safety in the region, where similar accidents have occurred in the past, underscoring the urgent need for improvements in public transport and road safety measures.