A serious bus accident occurred in France, several people have died

A serious bus accident occurred in eastern France near the Swiss border, resulting in multiple fatalities. The driver reportedly lost control around 7:30 AM, causing the bus to fall into a ditch with about seventy passengers on board. Official casualty figures have not yet been released, but reports indicate at least two deaths. The accident involved a school bus, according to the education minister, while the local prefect referred to it as a long-distance bus. The transport minister announced plans to visit the accident site.

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