At least 28 people are reported to have died after a tourist bus plunged off a road and overturned on the Portuguese island of Madeira.
German newspaper Bild said nine German tourists were among those who died in the accident near Caniço.
The coach was said to be carrying 50 passengers.
Filipe Sousa, mayor of Santa Cruz, is reported to have told local media that 28 people have died.
Pictures from the scene show the vehicle on its side and around 14 ambulances are said to be at the scene.
The incident happened near a botanical garden in the hotel district in Canico.
The cause of the crash is not known.
Foreign and Commonwealth Office spokesman said: "We are seeking information from the authorities in Portugal about a bus crash in Madeira, and are ready to support any British people who require assistance."
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