Passenger Recounts Terrifying Moments After Crane Collides With MTA Bus in Queens

Bus-Crane Collision in Queens

• 💥 A passenger, Emily McKinnon, described the terrifying moments when a crane smashed into the side of an MTA bus in Queens Village.
• 🚌 The collision occurred on a Q88 bus around 7 AM as the driver was making a left turn onto Springfield Boulevard.
• 🤕 Three passengers and the bus driver sustained non-life-threatening injuries and required treatment.

Passenger's Account of the Crash

• 😨 McKinnon, who was on her way to work, recounted holding on for her life as the crane impacted the bus, shattering windows and sending passengers flying.
• 🗣️ She stated that the bus driver was not at fault, as the bus was turning correctly when the crane truck collided with it.
• 💔 Two of the passengers she checked on were crying and visibly shaken immediately after the impact.

Aftermath and Lingering Fear

• 🏃‍♀️ McKinnon rushed off the bus to get to work but has been rattled by the experience.
• 🚌 She expressed fear about taking the bus again, despite needing it for her commute.
• 🔍 The cause of the crash is currently under further investigation by authorities.