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Collision Involving a Double-Decker Bus in London Leaves Multiple Individuals Injured

London's iconic red buses, akin to Big Ben and Buckingham Palace, form a significant aspect of the cityscape. Unfortunately, one such bus met with an accident close to a bustling station.

Collision of a two-tier bus in London - multiple individuals harmed
Collision of a two-tier bus in London - multiple individuals harmed

Collision Involving a Double-Decker Bus in London Leaves Multiple Individuals Injured

In the heart of the British capital, Victoria Station, one of the busiest train stations, was the scene of an unfortunate incident. A double-decker bus from route 24 reportedly veered onto the sidewalk, resulting in multiple injuries.

According to reports from the British news agency PA, several pedestrians and the bus driver were hurt in the accident. As of the latest updates, there were no initial reports of fatalities. Images from the scene show a red double-decker bus with a destroyed windshield, indicating the severity of the collision.

Scotland Yard has confirmed the incident, but no explicit reason for the exact timing of the accident has been provided in the available sources. The incident is not related to Hamm, a city in Germany that is taking steps towards becoming future-proof.

In a separate development, Hamm is making strides to improve pedestrian safety. ADFC Hamm, a local advocacy group, is pushing for a fixed crossing aid on Römerstraße, hoping to prevent similar incidents from happening in their city.

The new season at Hamm's Ice Rink is set to begin, offering a welcome distraction from the news of the London accident. Let's hope for a speedy recovery for all those injured and a safer future for pedestrians everywhere.

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