Mezokeresztes

Mezokeresztes is a town located in eastern Hungary, situated approximately 140 kilometers east of Budapest. It gained recent notoriety due to a tragic bus accident that occurred on the M3 motorway near its vicinity. The incident involved a bus carrying Polish tourists which overturned, resulting in the deaths of at least 12 people and serious injuries to 10 others. The bus was reportedly traveling from Serbia. The accident happened on a Sunday, prompting a significant emergency response. The location of Mezokeresztes on a major transport route, the M3 motorway, makes it a point of reference for incidents occurring along this highway. The event highlights the town's proximity to a critical transportation artery and its role as a geographical marker in regional news, particularly concerning traffic safety and accidents.