Fatal Tour Bus Crash on NY Thruway Near Pembroke Claims Multiple Lives
A tour bus carrying over 50 passengers crashed on the New York State Thruway near Pembroke, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries; victims, including children, were hospitalized.
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Overview
- A tour bus carrying over 50 passengers crashed on the New York State Thruway near Pembroke, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries among those aboard.
- The bus, en route from Niagara Falls to New York City, lost control and rolled over into a ditch, leading to several individuals being trapped or ejected.
- Emergency services, including ambulances and Mercy Flight helicopters, transported victims, some of whom were children, to local hospitals for urgent medical attention.
- The severe incident prompted the closure of the New York State Thruway in both directions to facilitate rescue operations and investigation efforts.
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul extended condolences for the tragedy, while the bus driver reportedly survived the crash and is in good condition.
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Analysis
Center-leaning sources cover this tragic tour bus crash with a focus on factual reporting. They prioritize conveying essential details such as the number of fatalities and injuries, victim identities, and the ongoing investigation. The reporting maintains a neutral tone, relying on official statements and avoiding loaded language or speculative narratives, ensuring a straightforward account of the incident.
"Five people were killed and multiple people were injured when a tour bus crashed on an interstate in upstate New York on Aug. 22, authorities said as they released new information."
USA TODAY"An absolute tragedy took place."
NPR"Multiple fatalities, including children, have been reported in the serious crash of a tour bus in Upstate New York on Friday afternoon, Aug. 22, police say."
USA TODAY"There were "multiple fatalities, multiple entrapments and multiple injuries," he said."
CBS News"The crash occurred on Interstate 90 in Pembroke, near Buffalo, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries among the passengers."
ABC News"The bus was traveling eastbound on Interstate 90, between exits 49 and 48A near Pembroke, which is about halfway between Buffalo and Rochester, officials said."
NBC News"Injuries and multiple fatalities have been reported."
USA TODAY"A tour bus returning to New York City from Niagara Falls with more than 50 passengers crashed and rolled Friday on an interstate highway, killing and injuring multiple people, police said."
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FAQ
The cause of the crash remains under investigation. However, authorities have ruled out mechanical failure and operator impairment as contributing factors.
The bus was carrying 54 occupants, including 52 passengers and two employees of the bus company. The final destination of the tour was New York City from Niagara Falls.
New York State Police and local emergency services, including ambulances and Mercy Flight helicopters, responded to the crash. The Thruway was closed in both directions to facilitate rescue and investigation efforts.
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