Farmington, ME (March 13, 2025) – A school bus carrying elementary students was involved in a crash late Tuesday morning, resulting in four children being transported to the hospital.
According to RSU 10 Superintendent Deborah Alden, the accident occurred around 11:15 a.m. on Cross St when the school bus was rear-ended while returning from a field trip to Rumford Elementary School. Approximately 37 people, including students and staff, were on board at the time of the crash.
Emergency medical teams arrived on the scene to assess those involved. While several students reported experiencing pain, four were transported by ambulance to a local hospital with parental consent. None of the injuries sustained were life-threatening, and all hospitalized students have since been released.
The remaining students were able to continue their trip back to Rumford Elementary School on the same bus. Officials have not yet released details regarding the driver or vehicle responsible for rear-ending the bus.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Our thoughts are with the children and families affected by this incident, and we wish all those injured a speedy recovery.
School Bus Accidents in Maine
School bus accidents, though relatively rare, can pose significant risks to young passengers. While buses are designed for safety, rear-end collisions can cause injuries, particularly for children who may not be braced for impact.
Maine sees several school bus-related incidents each year, often caused by distracted driving, speeding, or failure to maintain a safe following distance. In many cases, injuries resulting from these crashes lead to medical concerns for students and anxiety for families.
Parents whose children are involved in school bus accidents may have questions regarding their legal rights and potential compensation for medical treatment. In cases where another driver’s negligence leads to a crash, affected families may be able to pursue claims for damages.
For more information or to receive help after an accident, contact Local Accident Reports.
