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What's driving the attention

There has been a recent tragic incident where a travel vehicle plunged into the Batanghari River leading to one casualty.

The Batanghari River gained search attention following a tragic accident in which a travel bus from Padang to Jambi fell into the river. The event resulted in one fatality while other passengers were trapped inside the vehicle. Additionally, reports highlighted the severely reduced water levels in the Batanghari River due to an extended dry season, providing context to the river's current state. This combination of accident and environmental changes has driven public concern and interest.