Michigan School Bus Overturns on Icy Roads; No Fatalities, Investigation Underway
January 24, 2025A school bus carrying around 30 children crashed on January 22, 2025, in Augusta Township, Michigan, at approximately 4:13 PM.
The road was closed until approximately 7:10 PM as emergency services responded and cleared the scene.
Emergency responders evacuated the students from the bus, and they were later transported home after a safety check.
The Michigan State Police are conducting an ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Updates regarding the incident will be provided as more information becomes available.
Lincoln Consolidated Schools issued a statement on social media reassuring that 'no major injuries' occurred and praised the community for their understanding.
The bus driver was reportedly traveling at about 10 miles per hour when the vehicle began to slide on icy roads and overturned.
According to police, three students suffered minor injuries, while one occupant of a truck involved was hospitalized, though the severity of their injuries remains unclear.
One of the students, 6-year-old Toni Gardette, described the incident, stating she hit her head on the window and felt scared during the crash.
Fortunately, there were no fatalities reported from the crash, although several individuals sustained injuries.
In light of the incident, the Gardette family has decided that Toni will no longer take the school bus due to concerns about safety and road conditions.
A second school bus was brought to the scene to provide warmth for the children while they awaited their parents.
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