More than 30 people were hurt Wednesday after a public bus crashed into a building just outside Baltimore, Maryland, authorities said. One patient in critical condition had to be extricated and was taken to a hospital for treatment.
Emergency crews responded to the scene on Reisterstown Road in Pikesville, where a Maryland Transit Administration bus was involved in the crash, according to a report from Fox 45 News.
Baltimore County officials said the collision also involved “numerous civilian vehicles,” including at least one that overturned.
Authorities said one person was trapped inside the bus, while another person trapped in a car was rescued by responding crews.
The Baltimore County Fire Department said a building engineer was being sent to the site to assess the structure following the crash.
Officials said a second mass casualty incident alarm was issued shortly after the crash, signaling the scale of the emergency response.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said he was keeping track of developments as local officials and first responders worked at the scene.
“Dawn and I are keeping everyone impacted in our hearts and prayers. We are deeply grateful for our first responders who acted with speed and skill to ensure the safety of our neighbors,” Moore wrote on X. “We’ve been in close coordination with local officials to provide any support needed on the ground.”
The Maryland State Highway Administration said roads near the crash were closed as crews responded. Drivers were urged to use alternate routes.
