A tragic incident unfolded this morning in Belgium as a passenger train collided with a school bus at a level crossing in Buggenhout. The collision resulted in multiple casualties and injuries.

The collision occurred at approximately 8:15 am local time at the crossing on Stationsstraat in Buggenhout. Reports indicate that the barriers were down, and warning lights were active at the time of the crash.

The school bus, en route to a special education school, was carrying children from secondary education, as confirmed by local authorities. Family members of the victims are being personally informed and receiving support at a nearby school.

Emergency services swiftly responded to the scene at the railway crossing in Vierhuizen, Buggenhout. The train was reportedly carrying around 100 passengers at the time of the collision.

Details regarding the number of injuries and fatalities are still unclear as the situation unfolds.

Tragically, several individuals lost their lives when the train collided with the school transport minibus in Buggenhout, Belgium, according to a Reuters source on-site. The accident occurred earlier today in East Flanders, Belgium.

The collision took place at a crossing on Stationsstraat in Buggenhout around 8:15 am local time.