Around 20 children have been injured after a double decker bus crashed through railings into a river in Hampshire.
Emergency services were called to Bishopstoke Road in Eastleigh this morning after a double decker bus carrying college students crashed into the River Itchen.
Three people have been taken to hospital and 14 others, with less serious injuries, were treated at the scene.
A South Central Ambulance spokesman said: "We have sent multiple units to the incident including five ambulances, two helicopters and specialist response units.
"We’re continuing to support and assess patients on scene. All patients have been removed from the bus.
"Three high priority patients are being taken to hospital. Around 14 with less serious injuries are being treated on scene."
A spokesperson for Barton Peveril Sixth Form College has said: “We are aware of an incident involving the College 607 Bus. College staff are working closely with the police to ensure the safety and well-being of all students.
“We ask that people do not attend the actual scene. For concerned parents, an Incident Centre has been established at The Hub at Bishopstoke.
“An officer and College staff will be available at the Hub to provide updates and address any questions you may have.”
A Hampshire Constabulary spokesman said: "We are currently dealing with an incident on Bishopstoke Road in Eastleigh, after College Bus 607 for Barton Peveril students left the carriageway into a river.
"Emergency services are in attendance and the road has been closed so please avoid the area.
"It is anticipated the road may be closed for up to 12 hours for investigation and recovery work.
"Everyone on the bus has been accounted for and all injured persons are being treated by the ambulance service."
