Full Breakdown
Bus Crash Near Barcelona Leaves 83 Injured
By Drooid · · How we work
Event Details
On October 25, a passenger bus traveling the BV-5114 road near the settlement of Fogars de Montclús, between Barcelona and Girona, veered off a narrow, winding mountain road and fell approximately 20 metres (65 feet) into a steep ravine. The accident occurred in the afternoon; police closed the road at 4:43 p.m. local time. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Response and Rescue Operations
Catalan medical emergency services reported that 83 people were injured: seven in serious condition, 18 with less-serious injuries, and 58 with minor injuries. Emergency responders deployed 23 ambulances, two medical helicopters, three joint firefighter-medical teams, and three psychological-support teams. Specialist mountain-rescue units and fire crews were also dispatched. The Red Cross opened a reception centre in Sant Celoni to assist passengers, and police blocked part of the BV-5114 road while the scene was secured.
Official Statements & Responses
- Olga Pane, health minister of the Generalitat of Catalonia, said rescue crews were searching the area to determine whether any additional victims might be present.
- Salvador Illa, President of the Catalonia regional government, expressed “great concern,” noted ongoing contact with ministers Nuria Parlón and Olga Pane, and pledged support for the affected passengers and driver.
- The bus operator Sagales confirmed that a vehicle on its line 573 (Fogars de Montclús – Santa Fe del Montseny) was involved and pledged full cooperation with authorities, emphasizing that passenger and driver care were the priority.
- Spanish news agency EFE reported that the fire service sent specialist mountain-rescue teams and that the exact circumstances of the crash were not immediately clear.
Data Summary
- Injured: 83 (7 serious, 18 less serious, 58 minor) – Catalan medical emergency services.
- Vehicles deployed: 23 ambulances, 2 medical helicopters, 3 joint firefighter-medical teams, 3 psychological-support teams – emergency services.
- Location: Fogars de Montclús, near Sant Celoni, on the BV-5114 road – police reports.
- Drop height: Approximately 20 metres (65 feet) – EFE.
Verbatim Quote
- “From the very first moment, we have been collaborating with the emergency services and the competent authorities and we place ourselves at their disposal to provide all the necessary information to clarify the circumstances of the accident. Our priority at this time is the care of the affected passengers and driver.” — The President
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine why the bus left the road. Specialist mountain-rescue teams, including drones and sniffer dogs, are conducting intensive searches around the wreckage to ensure no additional casualties are missed. No further details or timelines have been announced.