Bus sinks in River Seine after trainee driver crashes
New York Post • • world
Key Points:
- A trainee French bus driver crashed into the River Seine in Paris early Thursday, submerging the bus and its three passengers after hitting a parked car near Juvisy-sur-Orge.
- Bystanders and emergency crews, including 16 fire trucks and river rescue teams, quickly rescued the four people from the water, with witnesses describing dramatic rescue efforts.
- Rescuers noted the victims were fortunate to be saved promptly, as delays could have resulted in fatalities due to the shock and inability to swim.
- Mayor Lamia Bensarsa Reda confirmed all onboard survived, describing the incident as a scare rather than a serious injury, and emphasized efforts to improve safety along the quays.
