Multiple Injured After School Bus Crashes in Eastern France
A school bus crashed in eastern France Friday, leaving several victims. Emergency services are currently on the scene in the Ain region.
POLICY WIRE — Ain, France — A school bus was involved in a crash in the east of France, with officials reporting that several individuals have sustained injuries.
The accident occurred Friday morning, according to education minister Edouard Geffray. Transport minister Philippe Tabar confirmed he was traveling to the location to oversee the situation.
Reports from the prefect and state services in Ain indicate the vehicle was traveling on an intercity route. The prefect has activated the departmental operations center to coordinate efforts among various crisis management agencies.
Emergency responders and law enforcement are currently on-site, while local mayors are providing assistance with the rescue operation. The public has been advised to avoid the area as traffic diversions remain in place.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
