Feb 9 • 07:47 UTC 🇳🇴 Norway VG

School bus drove into the ditch in Øvre Eiker

A school bus in Øvre Eiker drove into a ditch, but fortunately, no injuries were reported after all passengers were safely checked out by ambulances.

On Monday morning around 8 AM, a school bus in Øvre Eiker veered off the road and landed partially on its side in a ditch. Initially, police reported that no individuals were able to exit the bus, raising concerns about potential injuries among the schoolchildren on board. However, the situation was quickly managed by first responders, who successfully opened the doors of the bus and checked all passengers, confirming that none had sustained any injuries.

By 8:43 AM, all those involved in the incident had been evaluated by ambulance teams. Parents of the affected children arrived at the scene to communicate with the school regarding their children's safety and the next steps. In a prompt response to the incident, a new bus was dispatched to transport the children to school, ensuring minimal disruption to their day.

Additionally, a heavy-duty tow truck was en route to retrieve the stranded bus from the ditch. Authorities noted that there were no other vehicles involved in the accident, which suggests that the incident was isolated to the bus itself. The prompt response by emergency services and communication with parents emphasized the community's concern for the well-being of the children involved in this incident.

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