A city bus crash occurred Saturday morning in Washington, D.C., resulting in three individuals being transported to the hospital with minor injuries. The accident took place at approximately 7:00 AM near 7th and Q Streets NW when a Metrobus collided with another vehicle and subsequently crashed into the AMBAR Restaurant.
### Emergency Response and Casualties
First responders from the D.C. Fire and EMS Department quickly arrived at the scene, where they confirmed that the restaurant was unoccupied at the time of the collision. Four individuals were evaluated by emergency medical personnel, with three adult women being taken to a nearby hospital due to minor injuries sustained during the incident.
Fire crews undertook measures to secure utilities and search the impacted structure. A specialized team was also dispatched to assess the building’s stability after the bus was found lodged inside the restaurant. Fortunately, initial assessments indicated no critical structural damage, eliminating the need for shoring.
### Investigation Underway
While the bus has been removed from the building and the scene was cleared, authorities have not yet disclosed the factors that led to the crash. Information regarding the number of passengers on the bus at the time remains unclear.
AMBAR Restaurant, known for its Michelin recognition and popular brunch and dinner offerings, serves as a notable establishment in D.C.’s Shaw neighborhood. The incident is currently under investigation, with local authorities working to piece together the events that transpired during the morning commute.
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) and the D.C. Fire and EMS Department have not yet provided additional comments regarding the situation.
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