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School Bus Window Fall: Children Injured in Ashton
7 Jan
Summary
- Three high school pupils fell through a top deck bus window.
- Emergency services responded swiftly to the Ashton-in-Makerfield incident.
- The injured students were transported to hospital with serious injuries.
Three high school students sustained potentially serious injuries after falling through a window on the top deck of a school bus. The incident occurred on Bolton Road in Ashton-in-Makerfield on Wednesday, January 7. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, police, and paramedics, were quickly on the scene.
Greater Manchester Police confirmed the pupils' injuries and their subsequent transport to hospital. The road was temporarily closed to allow emergency responders to attend to the situation. The closure caused disruption in the local area, as noted by Inspector Simon Barrie of the Wigan District.
Authorities have since reopened Bolton Road. While the immediate emergency response has concluded, the incident remains a significant event, highlighting the need for vigilance and swift action in response to school-related safety concerns.
