Three individuals tragically lost their lives in a collision involving a car and a bus near Heathrow Airport last night, with both vehicles subsequently catching fire.
The incident occurred on Bedfont Road in Feltham around 11:55 p.m., involving a silver Mercedes. The three passengers in the car were declared deceased at the scene, whilst a fourth occupant was hospitalised.
Two passengers from the bus, which was operating the H26 service to Hatton Cross tube station, were also taken to A&E. Fortunately, their injuries are not considered life-threatening.
Emergency services, including London’s Air Ambulance, fire crews, an advanced paramedic, an incident response officer, and a hazardous area response team, were promptly dispatched to the scene.
The Metropolitan Police and London Fire Brigade were also in attendance, and the fire was successfully extinguished by 1:41 a.m. on Tuesday.
Background Information: This tragic event highlights ongoing safety concerns on roads near major transport hubs like Heathrow Airport, where the mix of heavy traffic and diverse transportation modes can increase the risk of accidents.
Road safety near airports is crucial, particularly as these areas often experience a high volume of both local and international traffic, necessitating stringent safety measures and continuous monitoring to prevent such incidents.
