School Bus accident ends in tragic death for bicyclist
A school bus struck a bicyclist near Lake Calhoun this morning, tragically killing the bicyclist. The bus driver was unhurt. and there were no students on the school bus. The driver was being tested for drug and alcohol use, Schumann said, which is common procedure.
This incident occurred in Minnesota, but it can happen in anytown USA. Since School is back in, we must use more safety precautions when driving on the road. This goes for everyone, school bus drivers, car drivers, truck drivers, bicyclists and anyone operating a motor vehicle.
In 2006 in Minnesota, there were 625 crashes involving school buses, the state Office of Traffic Safety reported. According to Florida's most recent data on crashes involving school buses, a 2005 report showed an annual figure of 925 crashes involving school buses. This is a significantly smaller number than the 200,000+ regular accident crashes in Florida.
Use caution when driving on the road. Be safe and Be adequately insured.
Click Here to read more from the Star Tribune regarding the recent school bus crash in Minnesota.
