Multiple injuries after double decker bus crashes into river in Eastleigh
Multiple people have been injured after a double decker bus carrying students crashed through railings into the River Itchen in Hampshire.
Police say five people, including the bus driver, were taken to hospital for treatment with two of them in a serious but not life-threatening condition.
Around 14 people, with less serious injuries, were treated at the scene in Bishopstoke Road in Eastleigh.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: "We are currently dealing with an incident on Bishopstoke Road in Eastleigh, after College Bus 607 for Barton Peveril students left the carriageway into a river.
"Emergency services are in attendance and the road has been closed so please avoid the area.
"It is anticipated the road may be closed for up to 12 hours for investigation and recovery work.
"Everyone on the bus has been accounted for and all injured persons are being treated by the ambulance service.
"We ask that people do not attend the actual scene.
"Parents will be contacted by the College, as an Incident Centre has been established at The Hub at Bishopstoke.
"An officer and College staff will be available at the Hub to provide updates and address any questions you may have."
The Incident Centre is located at:
The HUB, Bishopstoke Road, Eastleigh, SO50 6LA. Tel. no: 02380 647090.
A spokesperson for Barton Peveril Sixth Form College wrote on their Facebook page: "We are aware of an incident involving the College 607 Bus.
"College staff are working closely with the police to ensure the safety and well-being of all students."
South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust said: "We have sent multiple units to the incident including five ambulances, two helicopters, and specialist response units.
"We're continuing to support and assess patients on scene.
"Currently there are three high priority patients all who have been removed from the bus and are being taken to hospital.
"Around 14 with less serious injuries being treated on scene."
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