A significant incident occurred involving a tram and a bus in Chilwell, Nottinghamshire, prompting a swift response from emergency services. Police officers and paramedics hurried to the scene this morning after the collision. Eyewitness images reveal extensive damage to both the tram and the bus, with visible shattered glass on the front.
Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service affirmed that there were no serious injuries resulting from the crash. They stated that all passengers were safe, although some were receiving treatment for minor injuries on-site. The tram involved was headed towards Hucknall and had derailed, colliding with a Nottingham City Transport (NCT) Orange 36 bus.
Following their intervention, fire crews from Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue left the scene in Chilwell. However, it was mentioned that other emergency teams would remain present throughout the day, urging people to avoid the area due to ongoing operations.
Sergeant Nicola Thomas of Nottinghamshire Police updated the public on the situation, reassuring that despite the disruption caused, no severe injuries were reported, and the scene was being secured. Inham Road was predicted to remain closed for the day to facilitate investigations and vehicle recovery, with motorists advised to seek alternate routes.
Nottingham City Transport communicated severe delays on the Orange 36 bus route due to the incident, and NET Nottingham Tram services were interrupted between Toton Lane and Bramcote Lane. The public was advised to await updates from the tram service.
While the road closure was expected to persist, authorities appreciated the public’s cooperation. Images circulated on social media captured the aftermath of the crash, depicting the damaged bus and tram. Firefighters from Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire were also deployed to the scene, ensuring the situation was under control with no major injuries reported.
