Counselors have been made available at local schools to support grieving students and peers affected by the crash. Community members are also planning a candlelight vigil later this week to honor the victims’ memories and show solidarity with their families during this difficult time.

As Essex mourns, the crash serves as a painful reminder of how quickly life can change. In a single moment, two promising futures were cut short, leaving behind heartbroken families and a community searching for comfort. The road remains quiet now, marked by flowers, tears, and the echo of a tragedy that will not soon be forgotten.