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Five dead in upstate New York tour bus crash
A tour bus returning from Niagara Falls to NYC crashed on I-90 near Pembroke, killing five and injuring many of the 54 aboard.
A tour bus returning from Niagara Falls to New York City crashed on Interstate 90 near Pembroke, killing five and injuring many of the 54 people aboard.
Five killed in upstate New York tour bus crash
A tour bus carrying 54 people traveling from Niagara Falls to New York City crashed on Interstate 90 near Pembroke, about 25 miles east of Buffalo, causing the vehicle to roll into a ditch and ejecting many passengers as windows shattered.
Key Takeaways
"The driver is alive and well. We’re working with him. We believe we have a good idea of what happened, why the bus lost control."
Trooper James O'Callaghan on initial findings and cooperation from the driver
"It’s a full-size tour bus. Heavy amount of damage."
O'Callaghan describing the crash severity
"There was glass all over the road and people’s stuff all over the road."
Witness Powell Stephens describing the scene
"Two people who needed surgery at Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo were expected to recover."
Dr. Jeffrey Brewer on medical prognosis
Authorities say the crash involved a full-size charter bus, with emergency crews transporting victims by air and ground. The scene was chaotic, with a long road closure and scattered belongings along the highway. Investigators will assess speed, maintenance, and whether seat belt use played a role, especially as New York has a 2023 law requiring seat belts on charter buses built after 2016. The incident could renew questions about bus safety standards and enforcement, even as responders coordinated a rapid medical evacuation and hospital care.
Highlights
- When risk meets speed, lives pay the price
- Safety rules exist to protect people inside the bus
- The road can reveal flaws in planning and maintenance
- Transparency after tragedy builds trust
Road safety and regulation under scrutiny
The crash highlights ongoing questions about charter bus safety, enforcement of seat belt rules, and emergency response effectiveness. Investigations will determine any gaps in maintenance, driver training, or vehicle age while monitoring potential policy changes.
As investigators collect facts, communities look for lessons that can prevent a similar tragedy.
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