Two Prague Integrated Transport (PID) buses collided near the village of Lidice in the Kladno region on Wednesday morning, resulting in 17 injuries and the temporary closure of the I/61 roadway.
Emergency Response and Investigation
The collision occurred before 7:00 a.m. near the Lidice turnoff. Preliminary police reports indicate that one bus was traveling on the main I/61 route while the second vehicle was exiting from a side road. Police spokesperson Michaela Richterová confirmed that Kladno detectives are currently investigating the incident under the suspicion of general endangerment.
Emergency crews, including four ambulance teams and a physician-led unit, arrived on the scene shortly after the impact. Authorities initially reported 12 injured, but revised the count to 17 patients by 9:00 a.m. To manage the influx of casualties, emergency services activated a trauma plan at 7:00 a.m., which was subsequently deactivated after approximately one hour. All passengers were reported to be outside the vehicles shortly after the crash, and fire services have coordinated the arrival of replacement bus transport for those who were uninjured.
Did You Know? The emergency services response was significant enough to trigger a formal trauma plan at 7:00 a.m., a protocol that was successfully concluded within one hour as patients were stabilized and transported to hospitals in Kladno and Slaný.
Operational Impact and Next Steps
The I/61 road remains closed as investigators and emergency personnel document the scene, with operations expected to continue into the afternoon hours.
By utilizing a mix of ground ambulances and air support, emergency responders were able to triage and clear the site efficiently.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people were injured in the bus collision?
According to the Central Bohemian Emergency Services, 17 people were treated following the accident.
Where were the injured passengers taken? Other patients were taken to hospitals in Kladno and Slaný for treatment of minor injuries.
What is the status of the road where the accident happened?
The I/61 road is currently closed to traffic, with documentation and investigation efforts expected to last until the afternoon.
How might the investigation into the intersection’s traffic patterns influence future safety measures on the I/61 route?