A traffic collision involving a school bus and two passenger vehicles occurred today at the intersection of South Walton Avenue and Cherry Street in Yuba City, CA. The incident took place around 7:52 AM when the school bus rear-ended the other vehicles, resulting in significant damage.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, transporting eight individuals to local medical facilities for evaluation. Fortunately, three other individuals at the scene declined transportation. The condition of those transported has not been disclosed.
The collision caused considerable disruption, leading to the towing of the damaged vehicles. The roadway was temporarily closed to ensure the safety of emergency responders and to facilitate the clearing of the scene. By 9:19 AM, the roadway was reopened to traffic, allowing normal flow to resume.
Witnesses reported that the school bus appeared to have lost control before the collision, but further details regarding the cause of the incident are still under investigation by the California Highway Patrol. At this time, there is no information available regarding the presence of students on the bus during the accident.
Authorities urge drivers to remain vigilant and cautious, especially in busy intersections, to prevent similar incidents in the future. The California Highway Patrol continues to gather information and will provide updates as they become available.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to be attentive at all times. The CHP encourages anyone with additional information about the collision to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.