Nearly 50 people die of thirst in Sahara desert after lorry breaks down

Nearly 50 people have died of thirst in the Sahara desert after their lorry broke down, leaving them stranded. Only two survivors managed to trek more than 50km across the desert to alert authorities, ultimately escaping the devastating fate of their fellow travelers. The survivors' journey was a desperate bid to seek help, and their efforts ultimately led to the discovery of the tragic incident. Authorities were alerted after the two survivors completed their arduous trek, reporting the breakdown and subsequent deaths.

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