A school bus accident in Clavering, Essex, has resulted in two children being rushed to the hospital after the roof of the bus was ripped off in a collision. The incident unfolded at approximately 8:15 am today, prompting an immediate response from emergency services.
Essex Police were alerted to the situation on Clatterbury Lane, located south of Cambridge. The school bus involved belonged to Joyce Frankland Academy in Newport and was carrying pupils, including students from Saffron Walden County High School.
According to initial reports, the bus collided with a tree branch, resulting in significant damage to the vehicle. Shocking images from the scene reveal that the entire roof of the 446 bus to Saffron Walden had been torn off and was leaning against the single-decker bus.
Emergency services, including firefighters and ambulance personnel, quickly arrived at the scene to assist the injured and secure the area. Essex County Fire and Rescue Service reported that both the car and the bus had been involved in a collision. Additionally, the bus had collided with a tree branch, causing extensive damage to the roof. Fortunately, no individuals were trapped in either vehicle, and firefighters, in collaboration with other agencies, worked diligently to make the scene safe.
The East of England Ambulance Service dispatched an air ambulance, three road ambulances, four Hazardous Area Response Team vehicles, and two ambulance officer cars to provide medical assistance. At the scene, three children were assessed, and two of them were subsequently transported to Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge for further assessment and care. The injuries sustained by these children are believed to be minor.
While the incident did result in several students sustaining cuts and grazes, the school authorities have expressed relief that no serious injuries have been reported so far. Joyce Frankland Academy has arranged for a minibus to bring the children to school, and they have established a support space for students who may have been traumatized by the events.
The road was closed by the police to facilitate the response and investigation. Essex Police, along with the school and emergency services, continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the accident to ensure the safety of all individuals involved.
