Passengers are being treated at the scene of a horror crash involving a Hucknall-bound tram and a Nottingham City bus.

The Hucknall-bound tram derailed and a Nottingham City Transport (NCT) Orange 36 bus appears to have crashed into the tram just after 9am today (Thursday February 19) at the Inham Road tram stop in Chilwell.

Dramatic pictures from the scene show the tram is severely damaged to its left side and front and the front of the bus is completely destroyed.

Firefighters from Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Police are on the scene.

The scene of a collision between a tram and a bus in Chilwell.

placeholder image — The scene of a collision between a tram and a bus in Chilwell.

A spokesperson for Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "All passengers are safe. However, some are being treated on scene for minor injuries - thankfully none are life altering."

Nottingham Express Transit has warned its passengers that there is no service currently running between Toton Lane and Bramcote Lane and asked them to allow extra time for their journey.

NCT has also warned of severe delays on its Orange 36 service because of the collision.

A statement read: "We are unable to serve any stop on Inham Road or Field Lane. Buses arriving at Chilwell are normal route to Bramcote Lane, then continue Bramcote Lane, School Lane, left High Road to resume normal route from Cator Lane."

Emergency services were called to Inham Road at 9.04am today (19 February) following reports of the crash involving a Hucknall-bound tram and a bus.

Sergeant Nicola Thomas, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “While the incident has caused disruption this morning, there have been no reports of any serious injuries and the scene is now being made safe.

“Inham Road is likely to remain closed for the rest of the day while investigations and recovery of the vehicles take place.

“Motorists are advised to avoid the area and find alternative routes. I’d like to thank people affected for their understanding.”