Emergency crews are responding to a serious crash involving a double-decker bus and a car on Canterbury Road, Sarre, near Birchington. Authorities have closed the road and are advising locals and travellers to avoid the area while the incident is managed.
The collision occurred earlier today, prompting Kent Fire and Rescue to deploy three fire engines to the scene. They are supported by Kent Police, South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb), and the Kent Air Ambulance, indicating the severity of the crash.
Details about injuries and the number of people involved have not been released at this time. However, the involvement of the air ambulance suggests there may be serious injuries. Canterbury Road remains closed and is expected to stay shut for several hours as emergency services carry out investigations and recovery operations.
Authorities are urging residents and commuters to use alternative routes and to share this information widely to help keep the area clear and ensure public safety. Updates will be provided as emergency teams continue their work to resolve the situation.
Originally published by UKNIP.