News Summary
A serious crash involving a school bus occurred on East Old Marion Highway in Florence County. Six students were present but unharmed; however, the bus driver sustained minor injuries. Witness accounts suggest a reckless driver caused the accident. Community concerns about road safety have arisen, highlighting past incidents and the need for improvements, as traffic congestion continues in the area and parents express worries about their children’s safety.
Florence County, South Carolina – A multi-vehicle crash involving a school bus occurred on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, on East Old Marion Highway, prompting the closure of a section of the roadway. The accident took place between North Firetower Road and Taylor Hill Circle, and confirmation has been made by Florence County Emergency Management regarding the shutdown.
At the time of the incident, there were six students aboard the Florence 1 Schools bus; fortunately, none of them sustained injuries. The bus driver, however, suffered minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation.
Reports from the community reflected heightened concern among parents regarding the safety of their children following the crash. One parent reported that her child was hospitalized due to back pain and difficulties walking on an injured ankle sustained during the accident. This has contributed to worry within the community as many parents await further information regarding the well-being of their children.
Witness accounts indicated that leading up to the collision, a woman was driving recklessly into oncoming traffic to avoid a horse trailer and truck. This hazardous maneuver allegedly resulted in a head-on collision with the school bus, which was carrying students back from a field trip.
Traffic in the vicinity of the crash site was heavily congested as emergency services worked to manage the situation and restore safety on the road. Corporal David Jones from the South Carolina Highway Patrol provided updates and instruction to the public, urging them to exercise caution in the area as first responders continued their work.
With the increased traffic due to the incident, community members have raised ongoing concerns about East Old Marion Highway. They cite issues such as speeding and poor visibility as significant hazards, leading to a negative perception of the road’s safety. Local residents have informally referred to the location as “dead man’s corner” due to its history of accidents.
As of now, there are no active road improvement projects planned for this area, raising questions about how future incidents can be prevented. The Florence County community continues to advocate for greater safety measures to ensure the well-being of all who travel along this stretch of road.
The Florence County Emergency Management agency remains vigilant in managing future incidents in the area and encouraging community feedback regarding safety improvements.
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