Multiple buses collide outside Morden Underground Station
Witnesses described the sound of the impact as 'huge' and 'bomb-like' as debris was left scattered on the road.
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Several London buses sustained considerable damage after colliding with each other outside Morden Underground Station. Images from the scene show shattered windscreens and crumpled front panels on the vehicles involved in the incident.
Witness accounts of the collision
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The exact circumstances leading to the collision are not yet clear. However, a local shopkeeper reported hearing a loud impact. The shopkeeper stated, "There was a huge sound. I think the buses were trying to reverse and then they smashed into each other. Think there were 5 or 6 buses, but when it happened, it sounded like a bomb had gone off."
Personnel in high-visibility clothing were observed assessing one of the damaged buses. One vehicle showed major damage to its front left corner, while another had extensive cracks across its lower windscreen.
Aftermath and ongoing inquiries
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Although the road has since been cleared, sand and broken glass were noted as remaining scattered along the road surface. Transport for London has been contacted for comment. It is currently unknown if any injuries resulted from the collision.
Questions this report answers
+What happened outside Morden Underground Station?
Multiple London buses collided outside Morden Underground Station, causing significant damage to the front of the vehicles. A shopkeeper described the sound of the impact as 'huge' and 'like a bomb'.
+What was the extent of the damage?
The collision resulted in shattered windscreens and crumpled front panels on the buses. One bus had major damage to its front left corner, and another sustained extensive cracks across its lower windscreen.
+Is there any information on injuries?
It is not yet known if anyone was injured in the collision. Transport for London has been approached for comment regarding the incident.
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