Bus Driver's Quick-Thinking Saves 14 Children As School Bus Erupts In Flames

August 15, 2024

Today's good news story comes from Aurora, Colorado.

In a remarkable display of courage and quick thinking, a bus driver in Aurora saved the lives of 14 children after their school bus caught fire on Tuesday afternoon.

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Credit: Aurora Fire Rescue

According to Aurora Fire Rescue, the bus was fully engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived. Thanks to the bus driver's swift actions, all 14 children were safely evacuated without injury.

As the bus driver was making a turn, he noticed smoke emerging through the dashboard. Without hesitation, he pulled the bus over and immediately assisted the children in evacuating. His calm and decisive actions ensured that everyone was safely off the bus before the fire could spread further.

Aurora Fire Rescue quickly extinguished the blaze, and their investigation revealed that the fire started in the engine compartment and was accidental.

In a statement, Aurora Fire Rescue praised the bus driver, stating, "The outcome of this incident could have been tragic, but the quick and effective actions of the bus driver and firefighters were truly heroic."

Aurora Public Schools also expressed their gratitude, saying, "We want to give our utmost thanks to our bus driver for his awareness and quick action. His response kept everyone safe. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority."