In a devastating incident on Wednesday night, a Greyhound bus collided with three parked commercial vehicles on an Interstate 70 exit ramp, resulting in the loss of three lives and leaving at least 14 individuals seriously injured. State police reported that the accident occurred around 1:55 a.m. at the Silver Lake westbound rest area in Madison County. The injured victims were promptly transported to nearby hospitals, with four of them requiring airlifts via helicopter, while the remaining ten were taken by ambulance. Miraculously, no individuals in the commercial vehicles sustained any injuries.
The ill-fated Greyhound bus was en route from Indianapolis to St. Louis when the tragic incident transpired, according to a statement provided by Greyhound. The driver of the bus was among the injured parties and is currently receiving medical treatment at a hospital. Greyhound spokesperson Lourdes Brown expressed the company’s utmost concern for the well-being of their passengers and driver, emphasizing that their immediate priority is providing them with necessary care and support during this distressing time. Brown further assured that Greyhound is closely collaborating with local authorities, and arrangements are underway to dispatch a relief bus for the passengers affected by the tragedy.
As investigations into the cause of the collision are still ongoing, this heartbreaking incident serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences that can arise from accidents on our roadways. Authorities will continue their efforts to determine the factors contributing to this unfortunate event, with the hope of preventing similar incidents in the future. Meanwhile, the affected individuals and their families are left grappling with the shock and aftermath of the tragedy, relying on the support of the community and their loved ones during this difficult period.
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