In Sikkim, 14 persons have lost their lives in three separate accidents in south Sikkim district last night. In a major accident which took place near Jorethang, nine persons were killed when a car skidded off the road and fell into the Rangit river.In another accident near Yangang, four persons persons were killed when their vehicle skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge.In the third accident near Jorthang, one person died when a another car skidded and fell into the river.The Superintendent of Police, South Sikkim District, Mr. Manoj Tiwari told our Gangtok Correspondent a shortwhile ago that heavy rains, low visibility and slippery road conditions may be the cause of the accidents.