Pedestrian killed, ‘numerous’ injuries after 2 crashes on Hwy. 97 [Video]

A pedestrian was struck and killed on Highway 97 in the B.C. Interior early Friday afternoon as emergency crews were responding a school bus crash that caused “numerous” injuries to those on board.

The bus – which was transporting children from 100 Mile Elementary and Horse Lake Elementary – crashed near Lac La Hache around 1 p.m.

In a statement, B.C. Highway Patrol said there was a “subsequent collision” on the highway involving a pedestrian, who died despite life-saving efforts from paramedics on scene.

Authorities have not provided any further details about the deceased.

More than a dozen ground and air ambulances responded to the bus crash, along with crews from several local fire departments.

While officials have not confirmed exactly how many people were hurt, BCHP said “numerous people” from the bus – which was carrying more than 30 students and staff from School District 27 – were taken …