Emergency services are currently on the scene of a serious collision involving a double-decker bus and a car on Canterbury Road in Sarre, near Birchington. Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area while crews work to manage the situation.
The incident occurred earlier today, and Kent Fire and Rescue Service has deployed three fire engines to assist at the scene. Partner agencies, including Kent Police, South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb), and the Kent Air Ambulance, are also in attendance.
Details regarding the extent of injuries or the number of individuals involved have not yet been released. However, the presence of the air ambulance indicates the potential severity of the incident.
Residents and travellers in the area are advised to find alternative routes and avoid Canterbury Road to allow emergency services to carry out their work efficiently. The road is expected to remain closed for some time as authorities manage the scene and conduct an investigation into the collision.
Local authorities have requested that this information be shared widely, particularly with those who may not have access to the internet, to ensure that everyone is aware of the situation and can stay clear of the area.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available. In the meantime, the public is asked to remain patient and cooperate with emergency services as they work to resolve the incident.
