Tragedy has struck in the Canary Islands as a tourist bus carrying British holidaymakers, including three children, veered off the road and plunged into a ravine. The horrific accident happened on the GM-2 highway in San Sebastian de La Gomera at around 1.15pm local time today.

The bus was reportedly en route to a boat tour when the crash occurred, leaving heartbreak in its wake. Sadly, one man has lost his life, and 27 others have suffered injuries of varying degrees. Three people are severely hurt and have been rushed to Hospital Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe for urgent care.

This devastating incident involved 28 individuals in total, all of whom were British nationals. Emergency services arrived promptly to provide assistance to the injured and manage the challenging scene.

This story is still unfolding, and we will keep you updated as more information becomes available. Our thoughts are with all those affected by this tragic accident. Stay tuned for updates.