News Summary
Florence County experienced a serious multi-vehicle crash involving a school bus, leading to the closure of East Old Marion Highway. Fortunately, no children sustained serious injuries, but the bus driver was taken to the hospital for evaluation. Witness reports indicate that the accident occurred when a woman attempted to maneuver around a horse trailer and collided head-on with the bus. Local concerns regarding road safety in this frequently dangerous area are escalating, prompting calls for improvements to enhance driver safety and prevent future incidents.
Florence County experienced a serious multi-vehicle crash involving a school bus on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, that led to the closure of East Old Marion Highway. The accident, reported around 3 PM, occurred in the vicinity between North Firetower Road and Taylor Hill Circle. Florence County Emergency Management confirmed that the road would remain shut down as authorities worked to clear the scene and assess the situation.
Six children were onboard the Florence School District 1 (FSD1) bus involved in the crash. Fortunately, none of the children sustained serious injuries; however, the bus driver was taken to the hospital for evaluation by emergency medical services (EMS). Additionally, there was at least one report from a parent indicating that their child had been hospitalized due to back pain and an injured ankle, causing difficulty in walking.
Witness reports suggested that the crash transpired when a woman attempted to maneuver around a horse trailer and a truck, encroaching into oncoming traffic and leading to a head-on collision with the bus. This accident caused significant traffic congestion in the area, impacting other motorists in Florence County.
Community members have raised ongoing concerns regarding the safety of East Old Marion Highway, specifically in this stretch often referred to as “dead man’s corner” due to its history of accidents. Residents have cited complaints about speeding vehicles and poor visibility on the road, which may contribute to the frequency of collisions.
Despite these safety concerns, there are currently no active projects planned to improve this section of the road, leading to worries among residents about the potential for future incidents. Local authorities are likely to be faced with increased pressure to address these safety issues and find solutions that could prevent similar accidents in the future.
As investigations into the crash continue, officials emphasize the importance of safe driving practices in the area, especially during peak traffic hours and in zones identified as hazardous. The incident underscores the need for ongoing dialogue and action from both the community and the authorities to enhance road safety and ensure the wellbeing of all who travel East Old Marion Highway.
While the immediate impact of the crash has thankfully been minimized, with no severe injuries reported among the children on the bus, the event acts as a stark reminder of the potential dangers on the roadways and the critical importance of addressing community safety concerns.
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Additional Resources
- WFXB: Florence County School Bus Involved in Multi-Vehicle Crash
- Wikipedia: Traffic Collision
- WBTW: Florence County School Bus Involved in Crash
- Google Search: Florence County School Bus Crash
- WMBF News: Several Injured in Florence County Crash
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Traffic Accident
- WPDE: School Bus Crash at Dead Man’s Corner
- Google News: Florence County Road Safety
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