Passengers trapped after bus leaves road in Somerset crash
The A396 is closed in both directions near Wheddon Cross, with fire, police and more than six ambulances all on scene.
A local pub, The Rest and Be Thankful, near Exmoor, is working as an emergency centre for the crash.
Avon and Somerset Police said: 'Emergency services are responding to a collision on the A396 Cutcombe Hill, between Wheddon Cross and Timbercombe.
'Calls came in at about 3 pm reporting a bus had left the road near the junction with Ashwell Lane and Steart Lane.
'Most passengers have been taken off the bus. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are working to free the remaining occupants, and the ambulance service is also on the scene.
'We have no confirmed information on the number of casualties or the level of injuries. Emergency services have well-rehearsed plans for responding to such incidents.' More Trending
Initial reports have claimed the bus was carrying children on a school trip but this hasn't been confirmed.
South Western Ambulance Service said they are responding to the scene. The Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance left and landed in Bristol.
MP Rachel Gilmour said: 'I have heard news about a distressing road traffic incident around Wheddon Cross this afternoon.
'Emergency services are present, so please give them space to work. My thoughts are with all involved in the incident.'
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