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Yahoo
an hour ago
- General
- Yahoo
Bus crashes in Somerset on way back from school trip - with emergency services working to free those trapped
Rescuers are working to free passengers after a bus bringing children back from a day trip came off the road near Minehead, Somerset, police have said. Emergency services are responding to a collision on the A396 Cutcombe Hill, between Wheddon Cross and Timbercombe, according to Avon and Somerset Police. The bus reportedly left the road near the junction with Ashwell Lane and Steart Lane around 3pm today. The force said most of the passengers have been taken off the bus. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are working to free the remaining occupants and South Western Ambulance Service are also on the scene, said police. The spokesperson added: "We have no confirmed information on the number of casualties or the level of injuries." Peter Prior-Sankey, director of coach operator Ridlers, told Sky News he "was made aware of an incident involving one of our 70-seater vehicles at about 3.15pm this afternoon". "We have since been liaising with both the school, and the emergency services, while we try to understand the extent of the incident," he said. "Everyone within the Ridlers team is of course deeply concerned and anxious to find out more detail - particularly concerning the welfare of the driver and passengers. "While we wait for further information from police and other emergency teams, our hearts of course go out to the school pupils and to our driver. "We will be doing everything possible to understand what has happened." The bus was taking pupils back to Minehead Middle School when the incident happened, the PA news agency has reported. The road remains closed and police are asking people to avoid the area. In a post on X, local 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." Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said she is "aware of the serious incident" and "receiving regular updates on the situation". This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly. Please refresh the page for the latest version. You can receive breaking news alerts on a smartphone or tablet via the Sky News app. You can also follow us on WhatsApp and subscribe to our YouTube channel to keep up with the latest news.
The Independent
an hour ago
- Automotive
- The Independent
Emergency services work to free bus passengers after crash
Emergency services are working to free the occupants of a bus after a crash near Minehead, Somerset, police have said. The bus was involved in a collision on the A396 Cutcombe Hill, between Wheddon Cross and Timbercombe, on Thursday. It is unclear how many people have been injured and how seriously. An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: 'Calls came in at about 3pm reporting a bus had left the road near the junction with Ashwell Lane and Steart Lane. 'Most of the passengers have been taken off the bus. ' Devon and Somerset Fire & Rescue Service are working to free the remaining occupants and South Western Ambulance Service are also on the scene. 'We have no confirmed information on the number of casualties or the level of injuries.' The police spokesperson said the emergency services have well-rehearsed plans for responding to such incidents and asked people to avoid the area. In a post on X, Rachel Gilmour, the MP for Tiverton and Minehead, 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.'
Daily Mail
an hour ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Bus passengers are feared injured in crash as five emergency service helicopters race to the scene
Several people are feared to have been injured after a bus crashed and came off the road - leaving passengers trapped inside. Five emergency service helicopters rushed to the scene on the A396 Cutcombe Hill, between Wheddon Cross and Timbercombe in Somerset. Calls came in at about 3pm today reporting a bus had left the road near the junction with Ashwell Lane and Steart Lane. Police said most of the passengers had been taken off the bus but fire crews were still rescuing others. Avon and Somerset Police said: 'Devon and Somerset Fire & Rescue Service are working to free the remaining occupants and South Western Ambulance Service are 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. 'We'd please ask people to avoid the area to allow emergency responders to access the scene. Further updates to follow.' South West Ambulance Service said: 'Along with other emergency services, we're attending a road traffic collision involving a coach near Minehead. 'People travelling in the area are advised to avoid the A396 between Wheddon Cross and Dunster and find an alternative route.'
Sky News
2 hours ago
- Automotive
- Sky News
Rescuers working to free passengers after bus crash in Somerset
Rescuers are working to free passengers after a bus came off the road in Somerset, police have said. Emergency services are responding to a collision on the A396 Cutcombe Hill, between Wheddon Cross and Timbercombe, according to Avon and Somerset Police. The bus had reportedly left the road near the junction with Ashwell Lane and Steart Lane around 3pm today. The force said most of the passengers have been taken off the bus. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are working to free the remaining occupants and South Western Ambulance Service are also on the scene, said police. It added: "We have no confirmed information on the number of casualties or the level of injuries."
CTV News
3 hours ago
- CTV News
Copper wire thefts disrupt cell service near North Bay
The copper wire thefts took place overnight July 14 and July 16, and are affecting a communications tower located on Centennial Crescent in Corbeil. Two copper wire thefts are disrupting cellular service in the area of East Ferris Township, Ontario Provincial Police said Thursday. The copper wire thefts took place overnight July 14 and July 16, and are affecting a communications tower located on Centennial Crescent in Corbeil. 'The tower is situated within a fenced compound secured with a padlock and chains,' the OPP said in a news release Thursday. 'Upon inspection, the enclosure was found unsecured, and the locking mechanisms were missing. The tower, which stands between two buildings, has cables running up from both structures. The cables appear to have been cut using a power tool. It is believed that the tower was then climbed and the opposite ends of the cables were also severed.' 911 calls may not go through As a result, cell service could be affected in some areas, meaning 911 and other calls may not go through. 'If you're unable to connect, consider moving to an area where a signal may be available,' police said. 'The OPP will maintain an increased presence in the community to support residents. We continue to work with local emergency response partners.' On social media, Bell Canada said they are 'working to repair the damage and restore service levels.' The most recent update said Bell was aiming to have service restored by the end of the day. 'Copper theft continues to be a growing issue,' Bell said. 'These incidents are causing numerous customer outages, including access to critical emergency services like 911. We ask anyone who witnesses suspicious activity in the vicinity of telecom infrastructure to contact local law enforcement.' Anyone with information regarding the copper wire thefts is asked to contact the North Bay OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
