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New York City crash: 2 killed, dozens injured after bus carrying Royal Jordanian crew from JFK to hotel rolls over on Long Island Expressway
By KTRK - ABC at ABC13 Houston (KTRK - ABC)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
2 were killed and dozens injured after a bus carrying a Royal Jordanian crew from JFK to a hotel crashed on the Long Island Expressway in New York City.
Why this matters in The Pearland
The tragic bus crash on the Long Island Expressway in New York City that killed two and injured dozens may seem like a distant event to Pearland residents, but it raises concerns about the safety of transportation services used by travelers passing through major airports like Houston's own hubs. As a community within the Houston area, Pearland is home to many who frequently travel for business or leisure, and the reliability and safety of crew transportation services is crucial. The incident involving the Royal Jordanian crew bus crash may prompt local travelers to think more critically about the safety protocols in place for crew and passenger transportation in the Houston area, and whether similar risks exist on highways and roads in and around Brazoria County. This accident's impact may be felt closer to home as local residents consider the potential consequences of a similar incident occurring on familiar roads.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK - ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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