Blissfield, MI (March 12, 2026) – A crash involving a Lenawee County Intermediate School District bus and another vehicle led to a highway closure on Thursday morning, March 12, near Blissfield.
Emergency units responded to the scene around 7:12 a.m. along U.S. 223 between Grosvenor Hwy and Wellsville Hwy. Early information shows the crash involved a school bus carrying students and a passenger vehicle.
Officials said five students were on board the bus at the time and were evaluated by medical personnel, but none were reported to be physically injured.
The bus driver and a bus aide both suffered minor injuries during the crash. Meanwhile, the driver of the other vehicle was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries.
The students’ families were notified following the incident. The Michigan Department of Transportation reported that both directions of U.S. 223 between Grosvenor Hwy and Wellsville Hwy were closed while crews responded and cleared the scene.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
Why School Bus Crashes Often Prompt Major Road Closures
Crashes involving school buses frequently lead to road closures while crews manage the scene. Because buses carry multiple passengers, responders often take extra precautions to make sure everyone is safe and accounted for.
Medical evaluations are commonly performed for students and staff, even when injuries are not immediately visible. This step helps ensure that anyone who may have been affected receives proper care.
Large vehicles like school buses can also block travel lanes or make it difficult for other vehicles to pass safely. Closing the roadway allows emergency units to work without additional traffic hazards.
During these responses, crews may also inspect the vehicles involved and clear debris from the roadway. Once the scene is secured and the vehicles are removed, traffic is typically allowed to resume through the area.
