School Bus Overturns with 60 Kids on Board
A group of over 60 students from Thiru Day Secondary School in Nyahururu had a narrow escape from death when the school bus they were traveling in was involved in an accident.
The incident occurred on Tuesday evening while the students were returning home along the Nyahururu-Rumuruti Road. One staff member from the school sustained serious injuries, while two students suffered fractures.
The injured were quickly rushed to Nyahururu County Referral Hospital, where they received treatment. According to Dr. Muhoro Mathenge, who is in charge of the hospital’s casualty, 25 to 30 of the students required urgent reviews.
After conducting an analysis, most of the students were found to have stable vitals, and only one needed to be admitted to the hospital due to fractures.
The incident has left the school and the affected families shaken. It is not yet clear what caused the accident, but it serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety.
The students were fortunate to have escaped with their lives, but the outcome could have been much worse.
The school administration has not yet commented on the incident, and it is unclear whether any action will be taken against the driver or the school. However, it is likely that the incident will prompt discussions about the safety of school buses and the need for stricter regulations to ensure the safety of students.
In conclusion, the accident involving the school bus in Nyahururu serves as a stark reminder of the need for road safety, particularly when it comes to transporting students. While the students were lucky to escape with their lives, it is essential to take steps to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
School Bus Overturns with 60 Kids on Board