An impressive accident occurred at the entrance of Vertus, a village near Épernay (amendement), in the late afternoon of Friday, September 20, 2024. A school bus collided with a high tractor used for grape harvesting. The toll is fifteen people slightly injured out of the 40 involved.
The incident took place around 5:30 pm, just as the school bus was leaving the village of Vertus. According to witnesses, the bus driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the enjambeur, a large tractor used for the annual grape harvest in the region. The impact was so strong that the front of the bus was completely destroyed.
Fortunately, the emergency services arrived quickly on the scene and were able to provide immediate assistance to the passengers. Out of the 40 people on board the bus, 15 were slightly injured and were taken to the hospital for further examination. The remaining passengers were unharmed and were able to return home safely.
The accident caused quite a stir in the small village of Vertus, as it is not a common occurrence in this peaceful and serein community. However, the local authorities and emergency services acted swiftly and efficiently, ensuring the safety and well-being of all those involved.
The Mayor of Vertus, Mr. Jean Dupont, expressed his relief that the accident did not result in any serious injuries. He also praised the quick response of the emergency services and their professionalism in handling the situation.
The incident serves as a reminder for all drivers to be extra cautious on the roads, especially during the busy grape harvesting season. The safety of our community is of utmost importance and we must all do our part to prevent such accidents from happening.
In the end, we can all be grateful that the accident was not more serious and that everyone involved is safe and sound. Let us use this as an opportunity to come together as a community and support those who were affected by this unfortunate incident. Together, we can overcome any challenge and continue to thrive as a strong and resilient community.