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ITV News
6 days ago
- General
- ITV News
Multiple injuries after double decker bus crashes into river in Eastleigh
WATCH: The bus carrying students left the carriageway and plunged into the water 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."
North Wales Live
6 days ago
- General
- North Wales Live
Bus carrying college students crashes into river as 17 people injured
A double-decker bus carrying sixth-form college students has crashed off a road and ended up in a river. Three people have been taken to hospital as "high priority" patients with 14 others treated at the scene. The Blustar bus carrying pupils from Barton Peveril Sixth Form College came off the road and ended up in a river at Bishopstoke Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, at 10.07am on Thursday. A South Central Ambulance Service spokesman 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. All patients have been removed from the bus. Three high priority patients are being taken to hospital. Around 14 with less serious injuries are being treated on scene." Join the North Wales Live WhatsApp community group where you can get the latest stories delivered straight to your phone The college posted on Facebook that an incident centre had been set up for parents and it was "working closely" with police. It states: "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. "We ask that people do not attend the actual scene. For concerned parents, 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." A Hampshire Constabulary spokesman 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." A Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service spokesman said: "We are on scene of an RTC involving one double decker bus that went off the road in Bishopstoke, Eastleigh. "Fire crews from Eastleigh, St Mary's, Redbridge, Hightown and Portchester are in attendance alongside emergency service colleagues. "People are asked to avoid the area to help emergency services deal with this incident." Richard Tyldsley, Bluestar general manager, said: "One of our buses, carrying students to Barton Peveril College, was involved in an incident earlier this morning in Bishopstoke Road, Eastleigh. "Reports suggest the bus left the highway and came to rest in a shallow river. "There were 19 passengers on-board at the time. Our driver and at least two of the passengers have confirmed injuries, and we are awaiting further updates on the status of others on-board. "We do not currently have full details of their injuries and are following their progress closely. "Our thoughts are with everybody involved, and we wish those who were injured a full and speedy recovery. "At this time, we do not know the circumstances behind this incident and are carrying out an immediate investigation. We are also assisting the police as they carry out their own inquiries."
Evening Standard
7 days ago
- Evening Standard
Nearly 20 children injured after bus crashes through railings into river in Eastleigh
A spokesperson for Barton Peveril Sixth Form College has said: '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.
Wales Online
7 days ago
- General
- Wales Online
Three in hospital after sixth-form college bus crashed into river
Three in hospital after sixth-form college bus crashed into river 14 others were injured in the crash A police sign and van on a closed road A double-decker bus carrying sixth-form college students has crashed off a road and ended up in a river, leaving three people being taken to hospital as 'high priority' patients with 14 others treated at the scene. The Blustar bus carrying pupils from Barton Peveril Sixth Form College came off the road and ended up in a river at Bishopstoke Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, at 10.07am on Thursday. A South Central Ambulance Service spokesman 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. All patients have been removed from the bus. Three high priority patients are being taken to hospital. Around 14 with less serious injuries are being treated on scene.' The college posted on Facebook that an incident centre had been set up for parents and it was 'working closely' with police. It states: '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. 'We ask that people do not attend the actual scene. For concerned parents, 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.' A Hampshire Constabulary spokesman 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. Article continues below '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.' A Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service spokesman said: 'We are on scene of an RTC involving one double decker bus that went off the road in Bishopstoke, Eastleigh. Fire crews from Eastleigh, St Mary's, Redbridge, Hightown and Portchester are in attendance alongside emergency service colleagues. 'People are asked to avoid the area to help emergency services deal with this incident.' Richard Tyldsley, Bluestar general manager, said: 'One of our buses, carrying students to Barton Peveril College, was involved in an incident earlier this morning in Bishopstoke Road, Eastleigh. Reports suggest the bus left the highway and came to rest in a shallow river. 'There were 19 passengers on-board at the time. Our driver and at least two of the passengers have confirmed injuries, and we are awaiting further updates on the status of others on-board. We do not currently have full details of their injuries and are following their progress closely. Article continues below 'Our thoughts are with everybody involved, and we wish those who were injured a full and speedy recovery. At this time, we do not know the circumstances behind this incident and are carrying out an immediate investigation. We are also assisting the police as they carry out their own inquiries.'
Axios
24-06-2025
- Business
- Axios
Metro's faster trains and "Better Bus" launch mark biggest overhaul in decades
Metro is unveiling major changes to its rail and bus system this month to increase efficiency and accommodate rising ridership — all without raising fares. Why it matters: Trains are expected to run faster and longer, while the entirely new "Better Bus" system launches Sunday — the first major overhaul in 50 years. 🚆 State of play: Metro just rolled out major improvements to rail service with longer weekend hours and more frequent trains. Trains start an hour earlier, at 6am, on Saturdays and Sundays. They run an hour later, until 2am, on Fridays and Saturdays. Red Line trains run every 4 minutes during peak weekday rush — up from every 5 minutes (the heat may slow things). Meanwhile, the Silver Line is split into two service patterns and additional trains will run during peak service times. Ashburn ↔ Downtown Largo Ashburn ↔ New Carrollton 🚌 What's next: Metro's long-anticipated "Better Bus Network" launches Sunday with changes to all Metrobus routes and schedules. The goal: create a more efficient, equitable and energy-saving system. Highlights include: All-new route names focusing on regional letter prefixes for easier navigation (e.g., "A" for Arlington/Alexandria, "M" for Montgomery County, "D" for downtown D.C. and "C" for crosstown). The elimination of 500-plus stops to streamline service and focus on safer, more accessible and evenly spaced stops. New routes, including direct lines to popular destinations (e.g., National Harbor to L'Enfant Plaza) and points with better access to supermarkets or transfer hubs. More buses on busy routes with frequent service (between 12 and 20 minutes) — plus greater all-day and weekend coverage, as opposed to just during rush hour. Over 7,000 new signs to help make the network easier to navigate. Between the lines: Montgomery County Ride On and Prince George's County TheBus are also changing service on June 29 and June 30, respectively. Friction point: Despite extensive community input over three years, some residents have raised concerns about eliminated stops, like one outside a senior center in Edgewood. The big picture: WMATA aims to make bus the backbone of the D.C.-area's transportation system by 2030. Many of the changes are an attempt to solve transportation disparities and provide access to underserved communities, given 60% of Metrobus riders are low-income and 83% are people of color.
