Two fifth-grade students from Collinsville School in north Alabama were injured during the Collinsville Homecoming Parade on Thursday night after falling from a float they were riding on. The students were taken to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries, according to Collinsville Police Chief Andy Brown.
The incident occurred during the parade, and both students were taken to the hospital via ambulance. Brown requested prayers for the children and their families, acknowledging the scary situation that unfolded during the event.
The students were participating in the homecoming parade when the accident occurred, resulting in their fall from the float they were riding on. While the injuries were not life-threatening, the incident served as a reminder of the potential risks associated with parades and similar events.
Collinsville School officials have not provided further details on the incident or the condition of the students. However, the community has come together to support the injured students and their families during this difficult time.
As the students recover from their injuries, the incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety precautions during parades and public events. Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the accident and are working to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
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