News Summary
A three-car accident involving a school bus occurred on Thursday morning at New Circle Road and Liberty Road in Lexington, causing significant traffic disruption. The school bus was unoccupied, and its driver was unharmed. Luckily, only one person from the other vehicles sustained minor injuries and required hospitalization. Traffic officials diverted vehicles around the incident site, advising motorists to consider alternate routes. An ongoing investigation aims to determine the cause of the crash, which highlights the importance of road safety in busy urban areas.
Lexington – A three-car collision involving a school bus occurred on Thursday morning, blocking both lanes of the inner loop of New Circle Road at Liberty Road. The incident was reported just before 7 a.m., following a call to the Lexington Police Department at approximately 6:39 a.m.
The crash involved a school bus, a truck, and two crossover vehicles. Fortunately, the school bus was unoccupied at the time of the accident, and the driver of the bus was not injured. However, one person from the other vehicles was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. Initially, police indicated that there were no injuries, but subsequent updates confirmed the minor injury of one individual.
The collision resulted in significant traffic disruption, with both lanes of New Circle Road being blocked. Law enforcement and emergency responders worked quickly at the scene, diverting traffic to the left turn lane to manage the flow around the blocked area. Motorists were advised to consider alternate routes, with Winchester Road recommended as a viable option during the disruption.
Incident Details
At the time of the crash, one of the vehicles involved had its airbags deployed, indicating the force of the collision. Despite the circumstances, the swift response from police and emergency services helped mitigate further complications during the incident.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities have confirmed that an investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing. They are focusing on gathering evidence and any pertinent information that could explain how the accident unfolded.
Background on Traffic Safety
Traffic accidents commonly disrupt daily commutes and can lead to injuries, particularly in busy urban areas such as Lexington. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety, especially in environments where school buses are present. Regular safety checks and awareness around schools could potentially help reduce the occurrence of similar accidents in the future.
As of now, the blocked lanes have since been reopened following the conclusion of the investigation and clearance of the scene. Authorities encourage drivers to be cautious and remain aware of their surroundings when navigating busy roadways.
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- Fox56 News: Collision with School Bus
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- WTVQ: Crash Involving School Bus
- Google Search: Lexington traffic safety
- Kentucky.com: Fayette County News
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- Lex18: School Bus Collision
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Traffic Accidents
- JEMS: KY Bus Crash
- Google News: School Bus Crash Lexington
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