Gardnertown, NY (January 29, 2026) – A multi-vehicle accident involving a bus resulted in injuries on Wednesday afternoon near the intersection of South Plank Rd and 5th Ave in Gardnertown, prompting a multi-agency emergency response.
The crash occurred around 12:00 p.m. on January 28 and involved a bus and two other vehicles. Emergency crews from several local departments, including Winona Lake and Orange Lake fire units, responded to the scene to assist with injury care and traffic control.
According to dispatch information, several individuals sustained minor injuries in the crash. Medics on-site evaluated those hurt, and some were transported for precautionary treatment. No life-threatening injuries were reported.
The crash led to traffic delays as emergency personnel worked to stabilize the scene and remove the vehicles from the roadway. All involved vehicles sustained some level of damage, though full details have not been released.
Local authorities are continuing their investigation into the cause of the accident and are reviewing roadway conditions, driver actions, and vehicle positions at the time of the collision.
Our thoughts are with everyone impacted, and we wish a quick recovery to those injured.
