School bus accident occurs in Ain, France

On the morning of Friday, November 6, 2026, a serious accident involving a school bus occurred in the Ain department of eastern France. Around 7:00 a.m., the vehicle was traveling on the D22 road near the town of Lent, approximately ten kilometers south of Bourg-en-Bresse, when it veered off the road and crashed into a tree, ending up in a ditch. The incident resulted in numerous casualties, with local officials confirming that two individuals suffered fatal cardiorespiratory arrest.

Following the crash, a large-scale rescue operation was launched, involving local police, firefighters, and medical personnel. Two helicopters were deployed to the scene to assist in the evacuation of the injured. The local prefecture has activated an operational center to coordinate the crisis response between the municipality and emergency services. While authorities have confirmed "several victims" without providing a final count, an investigation has been initiated to determine the circumstances of the collision. Eyewitnesses reported a chaotic scene with students escaping the wreckage. Local officials, including the mayor of Lent, Yves Cristin, have been involved in the initial site management as the community remains in shock.