By Aditi Sangal, Meg Wagner, Melissa Mahtani, Melissa Macaya and Mike Hayes, CNN
At least 48 people were injured when an SUV slammed into a crowd gathered for a Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Sunday evening, Police Chief Daniel Thompson said at a news conference.
Of the injured, two are children in critical conditions, he said.
At least five people were killed in the parade incident.
President Biden addressed the Waukesha, Wisconsin, parade incident, where five people were killed and dozens were injured, calling it a "horrific act of violence."
"While we don't have all the facts and details yet, we know this morning that five families in Waukesha are facing fresh grief of a life without a loved one. At least 40 Americans are suffering from injuries, some of them in critical condition, and an entire community is struggling, struggling to cope with the horrific act of violence," Biden said during remarks from the White House.
The President offered prayers for the community.
"Last night the people of Waukesha were gathered to celebrate the start of a season of hope and togetherness and Thanksgiving. This morning Jill and I and the entire Biden family, and I'm sure all of us pray that that same spirit is going to embrace and lift up all the victims of this tragedy, bringing comfort to those recovering from their injuries and wrapping the families of those who died in support of their community. We're all grateful to the extraordinary work of first responders from law enforcement to the emergency room doctors, who are working around the clock to deal with the terrible consequence of what happened last night. My administration is monitoring the situation very closely," Biden said.
From CNN's Natasha Chen
Following Sunday’s Christmas parade incident in Waukesha, at least 10 children are in the ICU at Children’s Wisconsin, officials from the pediatric hospital in Milwaukee told reporters at a press conference Monday.
"They have 10 in ICU at the moment. They said six of those children are in critical condition. Three are in serious and one is in fair condition. These kids range from ages 3 to 16 years old. And there are three sets of siblings among the patients that they have there," CNN's Natasha Chen reported.
Waukesha, Wisconsin, city and law enforcement officials will hold a news conference at 2 p.m. ET (1 p.m. local time) at City Hall.
What we know so far: At least five people are dead and more than 40 others are injured after an SUV plowed into a Christmas parade, officials said.
There are indications the Waukesha suspect was fleeing another incident when he drove into the parade route, according to multiple law enforcement sources familiar with preliminary investigation findings.
From CNN’s Claudia Dominguez
Children’s Wisconsin, a pediatric hospital in Milwaukee, told CNN that 18 patients were taken to their facility following Sunday’s Christmas parade incident in Waukesha.
CNN had reported earlier that 15 patients were being treated at that hospital, with no fatalities as of Sunday night.
The hospital will hold a news conference at 12 p.m. ET to share information on how they are continuing to treat the children who were injured.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services urged anyone experiencing emotional distress after the deadly crash at the Waukesha Christmas parade to call or text the Disaster Distress Helpline.
The national helpline is powered by the US's Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
It runs 24/7, 365 days a year, according to the administration's website.
"This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States and its territories. Stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster," the administration says.
At least five people were killed and more than 40 others were injured when an SUV ran into crowds gathered for a holiday parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Sunday evening.
Parts of the city are closed today as officials continue the investigation into the incident in downtown Waukesha. City Hall is closed to the public today, although media will be allowed in for news conferences.
Roads in the area will remain closed for at least 24 hours, Police Chief Daniel Thompson said. Businesses along roadway where the incident took place should remain closed Monday, city officials said.
Additionally, the School District of Waukesha canceled classes on Monday, according to the school district, and will determine if classes will resume Tuesday.
"The District will have additional counselors available during the school day at all buildings for all students that may be in need of support services," school officials said in a statement.
From CNN’s Claudia Dominguez
The Milwaukee Dancing Grannies posted a statement on Facebook Monday, saying members of the group were among the dead in Sunday's tragedy in Waukesha, Wisconsin.
"Those who died were extremely passionate Grannies," according to the group's statement.
At least five people were killed and more than 40 were injured after a red SUV sped into the Waukesha Christmas Parade Sunday afternoon.
Authorities have not released any details on the identities of the victims.
The Milwaukee Dancing Grannies are listed in the parade lineup on the city's website.
Their statement did not mention how many members of the group were affected or injured in the incident.
The group goes on to say they "are devasted (sic) by this terrible tradegy (sic) with of loss of life and injuries in the Waukesha Christmas parade."
"Our group was doing what they loved, performing in front of crowds in a parade putting smiles on faces of all ages, filling them with joy and happiness."
“Our hearts are heavy at this most difficult time, as more information and updates become available it will be posted. Please keep them their families, friends, the Milwaukee Dancing Grannies and everyone who lives have forever changed in your thoughts and prayer,” the statement added.
A person of interest is in custody, according to authorities, and an investigation into the incident is ongoing.
At least five people were killed and more than 40 were injured when an SUV plowed into a Christmas parade Sunday in Waukesha, Wisconsin, city officials said.
Crowds were bundled up along Waukesha's Main Street to enjoy the parade when a red SUV drove through a series of barricades and barreled onto the parade route around 4:39 p.m. local time, Waukesha Police Chief Daniel Thompson said.
Roads in the area will remain closed for at least 24 hours, Thompson added. Businesses along road where the incident took place should remain closed Monday, city officials said.
Here's a look at the route the parade was on when the crash happened:
