Almost 50 children ‘miraculously’ survive school bus crash in Northern Ireland. The incident occurred in County Down, near Carrowdore on Ballyblack Road East, as a double-decker bus carrying 43 pupils from Strangford College to Bangor overturned and ended up on its side in a field. Despite the terrifying accident, there were no deaths or serious injuries, which local MP Jim Shannon described as a miracle.
The DUP MP commended the local community for rallying around to assist the children caught up in the crash. Four pupils sustained injuries and remain in hospital. Shannon expressed his relief that the situation did not result in more severe consequences and praised the swift response of those who came to help, including nearby residents, workmen, farmers, and an animal charity.
Shannon refrained from speculating on the cause of the crash, emphasising the importance of ensuring the well-being of the affected pupils. Emergency services, including firefighters who rescued two individuals from the bus, played a crucial role in the aftermath of the incident. Translink and the Police Service of Northern Ireland are conducting investigations, while the Education Authority is offering support to Strangford College to aid any children impacted by the events.
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt commended the efforts of emergency services and hospital staff in responding to the crash. Meanwhile, repairs have been made to the road where the accident took place, with a focus on providing reassurance and support to the children and their families at Strangford College. The community’s united efforts and quick response have been instrumental in ensuring the safety and well-being of the students involved.