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15 people hurt after DART bus crashes into hole on Harry Hines Blvd.
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Fifteen passengers were hospitalized early Thursday after a DART bus dropped into a roadway hole on Harry Hines Boulevard when the metal construction plate covering the opening shifted, according to Dallas Fire‑Rescue.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The incident on Harry Hines Boulevard raises concerns about the condition of roadways in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, particularly those with ongoing construction. As Southlake residents frequently commute to Dallas for work and other activities, the safety of major thoroughfares like Harry Hines Boulevard is of direct relevance to local commuters. The fact that a metal construction plate shifted and caused a bus to drop into a hole suggests a potential lapse in maintenance or inspection protocols. This accident may prompt a review of how construction zones are managed and monitored in the region, including the use of construction plates to cover roadway openings. Southlake residents who travel to Dallas may want to check for updates on road conditions and construction zones before their commutes to ensure their safety on the roads.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Fifteen passengers were hospitalized early Thursday after a DART bus dropped into a roadway hole on Harry Hines Boulevard when the metal construction plate covering the opening shifted, according to Dallas Fire‑Rescue.
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