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Three people seriously hurt after bus crashes in Bay of Plenty

Hato Hone St John says three people are in a serious condition after a crash in Bay of Plenty.

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Hato Hone St John says three people are in a serious condition after a crash in Bay of Plenty.

It is understood a bus went off the side of the road shortly before 7.30am

Emergency services are at the crash site in Broadlands, between Rotorua and Taupō.

A Hato Hone spokesperson said four ambulances, a helicopter and a rapid response unit were on the scene and paramedics were assessing up to 30 people who were on board the bus.

Two people had moderate injuries, and the rest had minor injuries or were unharmed, he said.

Diversions are in place off Broadlands Road at Ohaaki Road and Vaile Road, and are expected to remain in place for some time.

A second helicopter is on its way.