A midday shuttle bus accident at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) left nine people injured on Thursday, with two passengers reported to be in serious condition. The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) stated that, in addition to those seriously injured, seven others suffered minor injuries. The incident unfolded at about 12:21 p.m. on the airport’s lower-level roadways.
The involved shuttle bus, which at the time carried 23 passengers and a driver, became incapacitated after striking a pole. Onlookers provided by CBS Los Angeles depicted a scene of passengers gathered along a construction fence near the crash site, with some appearing to be seated with their personal belongings strewn about. The impact area on the bus suggested it collided with a structure during a segment of the road known for its tight curvature.
Details regarding the cause of the crash have not been disclosed, and the specific nature of the passengers’ injuries remains unknown. Furthermore, there have been no statements on whether any external factors contributed to the incident.
The LAFD promptly responded to the accident, ensuring the injured were transported to the hospital for medical attention. All injured parties were confirmed to have been on the bus when the collision occurred. Emergency services and airport officials were at the scene to investigate the crash and manage the ensuing traffic disruption.
Source: AOL