Fayette County School Bus Involved in Minor Morning Crash
**Lexington, KY** – It was a busy Monday morning when a Fayette County Public Schools bus found itself in an unexpected situation. Around 7:30 a.m., as the school day was just gearing up, the bus was involved in a crash at the intersection of Alumni Drive and an exit ramp of East New Circle Road. Thankfully, no students were injured in the incident, but the driver of another vehicle sustained some minor injuries.
The Incident
According to reports from the Lexington Fire Department, the school bus, known as Bus #19, was making its way to the School for the Creative and Performing Arts at Lafayette High School. Onboard were four students, all of whom were likely preparing for an exciting day filled with creativity and learning.
The crash occurred when the bus was apparently clipped by another vehicle. Fortunately, both the bus driver and the students on board were unharmed. The bus driver, remaining calm amidst the chaos, ensured that everyone was okay before emergency services arrived.
Response from Emergency Services
Ambulance crews responded swiftly to the scene, making sure to check on everyone involved in the accident. A spokesperson from the Lexington Fire Department confirmed that while the other car suffered minor damage, its driver was taken to St. Joseph East Hospital. Thankfully, the injuries were described as non-life-threatening, which is a relief in situations like these.
A Word from the School Officials
Fayette County Public Schools Chief Operating Officer Myron Q. Thompson shared some insight via email, noting, “Today at 7:25 a.m., Bus #19 heading to SCAPA with four students on board was clipped by a vehicle. There were no injuries.” It is evident that safety remains a top priority for the school district, and officials were quick to address safety concerns following the incident.
Traffic Impact
The crash did cause some temporary traffic delays in the busy intersection, which is often bustling with commuters. If you were passing through that area this morning, you might have noticed the unusual congestion as emergency responders worked to clear the scene. In a curious twist, the quickly cleared intersection experienced a subsequent crash shortly after. Fortunately, details regarding that incident were not reported.
Looking Ahead
It’s moments like these that remind us of the importance of road safety, especially for our young students headed to school. With school buses often filled with children, being cautious while driving around them is essential. With parents and guardians entrusting their kids to these school transportation systems, it’s reassuring to know that, in this incident, everyone emerged relatively unscathed.
As the day unfolds, we hope for a smooth recovery for the injured driver and appreciate the emergency responders’ prompt action. Let’s all keep safety in mind as we head into the back-to-school routine this fall. Every student is precious, and their safety should always come first.
