Bus Éireann Expressway bus involved in serious collision with car in Co Donegal

The incident happened just after 9.30am between Manorcunningham and Newtowncunningham close to Magherabeg National School.
Bus Éireann Expressway bus involved in serious collision with car in Co Donegal

Stephen Maguire

Gardaí in Co Donegal are at the scene of a serious crash between a car and a bus.

The incident happened just after 9.30am between Manorcunningham and Newtowncunningham close to Magherabeg National School.

It is understood that Bus Éireann Expressway bus was carrying 13 passengers.

Gardaí, ambulances and the fire service are at the scene.

Eyewitnesses have said that a number of people have been injured.

However, it is not known how serious their injuries are.

The bus careered through a hedge and into a field following the collision with the car.

The road has been closed and diversions are in place.

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