A Troubling Increase In Pedestrian Accidents With School Buses

The yellow school bus is a symbol of safety, carrying our children to and from school each day. Yet, tragic incidents involving pedestrians struck by school buses remind us that even these safety vehicles can become dangerous. These accidents, though infrequent, often involve preventable factors and serve as a reminder of the responsibility born by school bus drivers. By focusing on awareness, training, and safety protocols, bus drivers can help prevent such accidents.

On June 19, 2024, a six-year-old boy died after being struck by a school bus in Vaughan, Ontario, (Article of June 19, 2024 Collision). On October 9, 2024, Rachel Turner, a 22-year-old woman, was hit by a school bus while in a crosswalk in Toronto and died four days later (Article of October 9, 2024 Collision). On November 5, 2024, an 84-year-old woman was struck by a school bus in Richmond Hill and passed away (Article of November 5, 2024).