First responders were called out yesterday afternoon to East West Wilson Road near McClendon Ridge yesterday afternoon following reports of a collision involving a school bus.
A school bus reportedly collided with another vehicle.
There were children on the bus, but Russell County EMS assessed all students on board and cleared them.
The driver of the bus was taken to the hospital.
Russell County Schools Superintendent Michael Ford said after contacting parents and guardians of those involved, students on the bus were released to their parents or transferred to another bus to be taken home.
Ford said he’s thankful for the response and assistance from local first responders.
