Tragic Collision on I-81 Claims the Lives of Three in Charter Bus Crash

At least three passengers were killed in a tragic collision late Sunday night between a charter bus and a vehicle on Interstate 81 in Dauphin County, southeast Pennsylvania, near Harrisburg. State police reported that “multiple” others sustained injuries ranging from minor to critical. The three victims were declared dead at the scene, according to CBS News Philadelphia.

The bus, carrying approximately 45-50 passengers, struck an embankment, collided with the rear end of a car, and flipped onto its side before coming to a rest on the right berm. Police noted that there was a heavy downpour at the time of the crash.

Both the injured from the bus and the other vehicle involved were transported to Hershey Medical Center. The injuries to those in the other vehicle were believed to be moderate.

The origin and destination of the bus were not immediately known, and it was unclear which bus company was involved in the incident.

In response to the tragedy, the American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania provided food, drinks, and cots at the Chambers Hill Fire Department for passengers being discharged from the hospital.

Dauphin County, where the crash occurred, is home to the state capital, Harrisburg, and Hershey Park.

The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

– Patrick Torphy contributed reporting.

In: Bus Crash

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What are the current updates on the investigation into the cause of the fatal collision on Interstate 81 in Dauphin County?

Tragedy Strikes: Fatal Collision on Interstate 81 in Dauphin County

In a devastating accident on Sunday night, a charter bus and a vehicle collided on Interstate 81 in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, resulting in the loss of at least three lives. The crash occurred near Harrisburg, southeast Pennsylvania, and left numerous other passengers with injuries ranging from minor to critical. CBS News Philadelphia reported that the three victims were declared dead at the scene.

The charter bus, carrying an estimated 45-50 passengers, skidded off the road and struck an embankment before colliding with the rear end of a car. The impact caused the bus to flip over onto its side, eventually coming to a rest on the right berm. Authorities noted that heavy rainfall was occurring at the time of the accident.

Emergency services quickly rushed to the scene, transporting the injured individuals from both the bus and the other involved vehicle to Hershey Medical Center. It was determined that those in the other vehicle suffered moderate injuries.

As investigations into the incident continue, authorities have yet to ascertain the origin and destination of the bus. Additionally, the bus company involved remains unidentified.

Providing aid and support amidst this tragedy, the American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania set up a makeshift center at the Chambers Hill Fire Department. There, discharged passengers were offered food, drinks, and cots to help them through this difficult time.

Dauphin County, home to the state capital Harrisburg and the renowned Hershey Park, now faces the aftermath of this devastating crash. The community has come together to support the victims and their families during this challenging period.

The investigation into the cause of the collision is still underway, and updates will be shared as more information becomes available.

– Patrick Torphy contributed reporting.

In: Bus Crash

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