Mar 16 • 14:09 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Iltalehti

School bus accident on Turuntie – Seven children on board

A school bus carrying seven children was involved in a traffic accident on Turuntie, where the driver of a personal vehicle was seriously injured.

A serious traffic accident occurred on Turuntie involving a school bus carrying seven children and a personal vehicle. According to the Southwest Finland Police Department, the accident took place at an intersection in Laitila, where a personal vehicle collided with the school bus that was turning. The driver of the personal vehicle sustained severe injuries and had to be rescued from the wreckage. Additionally, a passenger in the personal vehicle was transported to the hospital for treatment.

Fortunately, the children on the school bus and their driver were unharmed, and emergency services checked them at the scene to ensure their safety. Authorities have notified the guardians of the children involved about the incident. The section of the road where the accident occurred has been closed as police conduct an investigation into the cause of the collision.

This incident highlights the importance of road safety, especially in school zones, and raises concerns over traffic conditions in the area. With children being safely transported, the focus now shifts to understanding how such a serious accident could occur and ensuring that measures are put in place to prevent future incidents. Local authorities may need to review traffic regulations and safety protocols to enhance safety on the roads.

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