School bus carrying 30 children crashes in Southeast Michigan, authorities say
AUGUSTA TOWNSHIP, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - Seven people, including children, suffered minor injuries after a school bus filled with about 30 children crashed Thursday afternoon in Washtenaw County, authorities say.
The crash happened at about 4:13 p.m. in the 9700 block of Talladay Road in Augusta Township.
According to Michigan State Police, the bus from Lincoln Elementary School slid on ice, causing the driver to lose control and overturn. The Augusta Township Fire Department says all the children on the bus have been removed.
A spokesperson with Huron Valley Ambulance says a total of seven people, including the driver, were injured. Four children were taken to the hospital for minor injuries.
Authorities say the driver was taken to the hospital for lower back pain.
Lincoln Consolidated Schools issued the following statement on social media earlier Thursday:
"We are relieved to report that there are no major injuries; only minor injuries have been noted at this time. All students were safely evacuated to a second bus and will be delivered home once emergency personnel have completed their evaluations.
"We appreciate your understanding and patience as we prioritized the safety and well-being of our students before sending this communication. Thank you."
