Gaithersburg, MD (September 13, 2026) – Three people, one of them a student, were taken to a hospital on Friday morning, September 11, following a two-vehicle collision involving a school bus in Montgomery County near Woodfield Road and Greenel Road. The crash was reported just after 7 a.m.
Two adults and the student were aboard the school bus when the vehicles collided. All three were taken to a hospital with minor injuries. The incident remains under investigation, and additional information may be updated as it becomes available.
Our thoughts are with the injured adults and student.
What Should Drivers Know Around School Buses?
School buses make frequent stops to pick up and drop off students, creating areas where drivers need to remain alert. You should watch for buses slowing, stopping, or preparing to turn, especially on roads with limited visibility.
A collision involving a school bus can affect several people at once because multiple passengers may be inside the vehicle. Seat belts, when available, can help keep passengers properly positioned during a collision and reduce the risk of certain injuries.
Make sure to maintain a safe following distance from buses and avoid distractions while traveling near school transportation routes. Paying attention to changing traffic conditions can give you more time to react when a bus stops or another vehicle enters the roadway.
