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Education
Fire engulfs school bus, 40 students escape unharmed
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 26 Aug 2026, 08:50 AM
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A school bus caught fire, putting around 40 students on board in danger, but all managed to get out safely.
A school bus caught fire while transporting roughly 40 students, creating a sudden emergency for the children on board. The blaze was reported to have started while the vehicle was in motion, prompting an immediate evacuation.
All the students were able to exit the bus without sustaining injuries, according to initial reports. Emergency responders arrived at the scene shortly after the incident was reported and worked to extinguish the flames.
Local authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and to assess any lapses in safety protocols. School officials emphasized the importance of regular vehicle inspections and emergency drills to prevent similar incidents in the future.
All the students were able to exit the bus without sustaining injuries, according to initial reports. Emergency responders arrived at the scene shortly after the incident was reported and worked to extinguish the flames.
Local authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and to assess any lapses in safety protocols. School officials emphasized the importance of regular vehicle inspections and emergency drills to prevent similar incidents in the future.