A horrific bus crash near the iconic Niagara Falls has resulted in multiple fatalities and left dozens injured, in a tragedy that has shocked the popular tourist region.
The coach, which was carrying tourists, veered off the road in New York state on Thursday, prompting a massive emergency response from local authorities and medical teams.
Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos as first responders worked desperately to extract injured passengers from the wreckage. The exact number of casualties remains unconfirmed, but early reports indicate significant loss of life.
New York State Police have confirmed they are investigating the incident, though the cause of the crash remains unclear at this early stage. The bus was travelling through the area when the accident occurred, approximately 20 miles from the famous waterfalls that attract millions of visitors annually.
Emergency services including multiple ambulance crews, fire departments, and police units rushed to the scene. Helicopters were deployed to airlift the most critically injured to nearby trauma centers.
The National Transportation Safety Board has been notified and is expected to dispatch investigators to determine what caused the vehicle to leave the roadway. This marks one of the most serious transportation accidents in the region in recent years.
Local hospitals have activated emergency protocols to handle the influx of patients, with medical staff describing the situation as "mass casualty incident." Family members of those on the tour bus are being directed to contact emergency hotlines for information.
The crash has caused significant disruption to traffic in the area, with major roads closed for investigation and emergency operations. Officials have advised avoiding the region while rescue and recovery efforts continue.
