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Horrific School Bus Crash in North Lindenhurst Leaves 8 Injured; Authorities Investigating

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By Published: March 03 2025

LongIsland.com

The incident took place at approximately 5:15 p.m. on Sunrise Highway near North Delaware Avenue, officials say.

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Reports indicate that a horrific school crash involving a bus from the Lindenhurst Union Free School District took place in North Lindenhurst on Monday, March 3 that left eight individuals injured.
 
The incident took place at approximately 5:15 p.m. on Sunrise Highway near North Delaware Avenue, officials say. First responders transported eight people to Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip.
 
Currently, the age, extent of the injuries suffered by the victims, and number of vehicles involved are not known, although representatives of the Lindenhurst Fire Department have referred to the crash as a "mass casualty incident."
 
The incident caused authorities to close Sunrise Highway in both directions; as of press time (6:22 p.m.), this is still the case.
 
This is a developing story. LongIsland.com will provide updates as they become available.