BASTROP COUNTY, Texas – A tragic school bus crash in Bastrop County has left two individuals dead and multiple others injured, according to local emergency responders. The incident occurred on a stretch of highway near Caldwell Road, resulting in a significant number of casualties.
Authorities reported that the crash involved at least 50 individuals, with the Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office confirming that the highway had been closed due to the severity of the accident. Tragically, there were multiple fatalities, including the loss of at least one child. The exact number of injuries sustained in the crash has not yet been disclosed by officials.
The collision involved a school bus from Hays Consolidated Independent School District, transporting students from Tom Green Elementary, which collided with a concrete truck near Mustang Ridge. Prompt response from emergency medical services and helicopters was necessary to transport critical patients to medical facilities for urgent care.
In a statement released by Hays CISD, it was revealed that the students on the bus were returning from a field trip to the Bastrop Zoo when the accident occurred. A total of 44 students and 11 adults were on board at the time of the crash, with parents being notified immediately by the district and efforts being made to reunite families affected by the tragedy.
As the community grapples with the aftermath of this devastating event, authorities continue their investigation into the cause of the crash. Details surrounding the circumstances leading up to the collision remain under scrutiny, with additional updates expected as more information becomes available.
The impact of this school bus crash serves as a harsh reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for vigilance while transporting students and passengers. The community mourns the lives lost in this tragic incident, while emergency services work tirelessly to provide care and support to those affected.