MANILA – No Filipino died in the tourist bus crash in New York, the Department of Foreign Affairs said.

The New York State Police confirmed that “all passengers in the bus have been identified and their next-of-kin have been notified.” No Filipino was listed among the casualties.

“Most of the passengers brought to the hospitals were discharged. Those that sustained major injuries are expected to recover,” according to a statement.

“No one has approached the Consulate for assistance thus far.”

The Philippine Consulate in New York earlier issued advisories with its hotline number for Filipinos needing assistance.

The crash reportedly left five people dead and at least 49 others injured when a chartered bus overturned along the New York State Thruway near Pembroke, roughly 30 miles east of Buffalo.

New York

New York City, originally a Dutch trading post called New Amsterdam in the 17th century, grew into a global economic and cultural hub following its takeover by the English in 1664. It is now one of the world’s most influential cities, renowned for iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, and its towering skyline.

Buffalo

Buffalo is a major city in western New York State, historically known as a major Great Lakes port and the terminus of the Erie Canal, which fueled its growth as a 19th-century industrial powerhouse. It is also celebrated for its significant architectural heritage, including buildings by Frank Lloyd Wright, and its vibrant cultural institutions like the Albright-Knox Art Gallery.