In a shocking and rather unexpected moment, an impatient driver was captured hitting a lion with his SUV so that the road can be cleared and he could cross it.

In the footage, several cars were seen halted on a highway which was in South Africa's Kruger National Park as three lionesses were present mid-way on August 9.

Most of these drivers stopped their cars and looked at the big cats roaming around, but one motorist appeared impatient, and tried to make his way by hitting on the lioness.

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The driver, who was inside a Toyota Land Cruiser SUV and had a caravan in tow, moved around one vehicle and eventually hit a lioness in the back while rushing to get through it.

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<h2>Kruger National Park fines driver for hitting lion</h2>

Kruger National Park spokesperson said that it could not be determined if the action was deliberate or not but the driver was fined.

The incident's video was posted on social media platforms, after which the national park authorities responded to the issue.

Kruger National Park spokesperson Ike Phaahla said, "We dealt with him by tracing the number plate. All we know is that he was trying to make a way at the sighting when he bumped the animal."

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Phaahla said that he was not sure how much the driver was fined, however, as reported by the local media, the maximum penalty charge is £64 or 1,500 Rand.&nbsp;

South African National Parks (SANParks), commenting on the incident, said, "Please note that the incident of a vehicle bumping a lioness at a sighting in Kruger National Park has been dealt with. Action was implemented as soon as we were alerted of the incident. Thank you for reporting the matter to us."

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In a shocking and rather unexpected moment, an impatient driver was captured hitting a lion with his SUV so that the road can be cleared and he could cross it. In the footage, several cars were seen halted on a highway which was in South Africa's Kruger National Park as three lionesses were present mid-way on August 9.

In a shocking and rather unexpected moment, an impatient driver was captured hitting a lion with his SUV so that the road can be cleared and he could cross it. In the footage, several cars were seen halted on a highway which was in South Africa's Kruger National Park as three lionesses were present mid-way on August 9. Most of these drivers stopped their cars and looked at the big cats roaming around, but one motorist appeared impatient, and tried to make his way by hitting on the lioness. Unacceptable!⁦@SANParks⁩ ⁦Could you please check the registration of the vehicle and find the driver that bumped the lion on purpose because he was in a hurry and take proper steps to deal with them.Thank you ⁦@CWitvrouwen🙏🏿⁩.Via Safraan Sulliman pic.twitter.com/pdO0INb1mI — The Real KING OF THE JUNGLE (@EdwardthembaSa) August 11, 2024 × The driver, who was inside a Toyota Land Cruiser SUV and had a caravan in tow, moved around one vehicle and eventually hit a lioness in the back while rushing to get through it. Also Read: Watch: Deadly battle for life between three mongooses and snake at Patna airport goes viral Kruger National Park fines driver for hitting lion Kruger National Park spokesperson said that it could not be determined if the action was deliberate or not but the driver was fined. The incident's video was posted on social media platforms, after which the national park authorities responded to the issue. Kruger National Park spokesperson Ike Phaahla said, "We dealt with him by tracing the number plate. All we know is that he was trying to make a way at the sighting when he bumped the animal." Watch: Are Humans giving more viruses to animals than they give us? Phaahla said that he was not sure how much the driver was fined, however, as reported by the local media, the maximum penalty charge is £64 or 1,500 Rand. South African National Parks (SANParks), commenting on the incident, said, "Please note that the incident of a vehicle bumping a lioness at a sighting in Kruger National Park has been dealt with. Action was implemented as soon as we were alerted of the incident. Thank you for reporting the matter to us." (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Driver forgets driving rules in the wild, hits lion with his SUV at national park

Indonesia's geophysics agency warned on Wednesday of possible aftershocks and tsunami potential after a 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit near the Moluccas islands, also known as the Maluku islands. 
 
The quake struck at a depth of 10 km (6.21 miles). 
 
"Please move away from beach and move to higher ground," BMKG said in a text message, noting that the warning applied especially to Seram Island. 
 
A tsunami wave could potentially be triggered by underwater landslides, it added. It earlier said there was no tsunami potential. 
 
A local disaster mitigation agency official said there were no report of injured people or casualties so far, but some buildings and public facilities sustained damage. 
 
Unverified videos that circulated online showed some local residents moving to higher ground after the quake. 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

Indonesia's geophysics agency warned on Wednesday of possible aftershocks and tsunami potential after a 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit near the Moluccas islands, also known as the Maluku islands.

Indonesia's geophysics agency warned on Wednesday of possible aftershocks and tsunami potential after a 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit near the Moluccas islands, also known as the Maluku islands. The quake struck at a depth of 10 km (6.21 miles). "Please move away from beach and move to higher ground," BMKG said in a text message, noting that the warning applied especially to Seram Island. A tsunami wave could potentially be triggered by underwater landslides, it added. It earlier said there was no tsunami potential. A local disaster mitigation agency official said there were no report of injured people or casualties so far, but some buildings and public facilities sustained damage. Unverified videos that circulated online showed some local residents moving to higher ground after the quake. (With inputs from agencies)

Magnitude 6.1 quake hits near Indonesia's Moluccas islands

Sean Williams scored a maiden test century in vain as New Zealand clinched a comprehensive innings and 117-run victory over hosts Zimbabwe on day four of the first test on Sunday. 
 
Williams, who was battling flu, scored the quickest test ton by a Zimbabwean off 106 balls before becoming the ninth man out for 119 having smashed 21 fours. 
 
Zimbabwe were dismissed shortly before tea in their second innings for 295, with seamer Trent Boult the pick of the visiting bowlers as he picked up 4-52 on a flat batting track. 
 
&quot;The fight was excellent. After the first innings, I thought we were soft,&quot; Zimbabwe captain Graeme Cremer said at the post-match presentation, before highlighting his teams troubles in the test. &quot;We probably have 10 guys sick in the change room.&quot; 
 
Zimbabwe faced a mammoth task to make New Zealand bat again, having been skittled for 164 in their first innings and allowing the tourists to amass 576 for six declared in reply. 
 
New Zealand would have had thoughts of a quick finish on the fourth morning as Zimbabwe resumed on 121 for five, especially when Craig Ervine (50) was out in the second over soon after bringing up his maiden test half-century. 
 
But a magnificent 118-run seventh-wicket stand between Williams and Cremer (33) took the home side past lunch before the latter was trapped lbw by Ish Sodhi. 
 
Regis Chakabva (11), who missed the second and third days&rsquo; play with a virus, hung around for 41 balls before he was bowled by Tim Southee. 
 
A visibly wilting Williams then holed out to deep mid-wicket off Mitchell Santner after scoring 119 off 148 balls. 
 
The win was complete when Neil Wagner, who finished with match figures of 8-103, had Donald Tiripano (14) caught by wicketkeeper BJ Watling. 
 
&quot;The first innings bowling effort after [losing] the toss was outstanding, and it put us ahead in the game,&quot; New Zealand captain Kane Williamson said. 
 
&quot;To get the score we did and put Zimbabwe under pressure was outstanding. We&#39;re looking forward to the next match. 
 
Zimbabwe continued their dismal record against New Zealanders and are now winless in 16 meetings, this being their 10th loss. 
 
The second and final test starts on Saturday at the same venue. 
 
(Reuters)

Williams was battling flu, but managed to score the quickest test ton by a Zimbabwean off 106 balls

Sean Williams scored a maiden test century in vain as New Zealand clinched a comprehensive innings and 117-run victory over hosts Zimbabwe on day four of the first test on Sunday. Williams, who was battling flu, scored the quickest test ton by a Zimbabwean off 106 balls before becoming the ninth man out for 119 having smashed 21 fours. Zimbabwe were dismissed shortly before tea in their second innings for 295, with seamer Trent Boult the pick of the visiting bowlers as he picked up 4-52 on a flat batting track. "The fight was excellent. After the first innings, I thought we were soft," Zimbabwe captain Graeme Cremer said at the post-match presentation, before highlighting his teams troubles in the test. "We probably have 10 guys sick in the change room." Zimbabwe faced a mammoth task to make New Zealand bat again, having been skittled for 164 in their first innings and allowing the tourists to amass 576 for six declared in reply. New Zealand would have had thoughts of a quick finish on the fourth morning as Zimbabwe resumed on 121 for five, especially when Craig Ervine (50) was out in the second over soon after bringing up his maiden test half-century. But a magnificent 118-run seventh-wicket stand between Williams and Cremer (33) took the home side past lunch before the latter was trapped lbw by Ish Sodhi. Regis Chakabva (11), who missed the second and third days’ play with a virus, hung around for 41 balls before he was bowled by Tim Southee. A visibly wilting Williams then holed out to deep mid-wicket off Mitchell Santner after scoring 119 off 148 balls. The win was complete when Neil Wagner, who finished with match figures of 8-103, had Donald Tiripano (14) caught by wicketkeeper BJ Watling. "The first innings bowling effort after [losing] the toss was outstanding, and it put us ahead in the game," New Zealand captain Kane Williamson said. "To get the score we did and put Zimbabwe under pressure was outstanding. We're looking forward to the next match. Zimbabwe continued their dismal record against New Zealanders and are now winless in 16 meetings, this being their 10th loss. The second and final test starts on Saturday at the same venue. (Reuters)

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