School Bus Crashes into Home in Illinois

BURBANK, IL— In a dramatic incident in Skokie, IL a school bus lost control and crashed into a home, causing chaos and extensive damage. The crash occurred around 4:30 p.m. in the 8600 block of Crawford Avenue.

According to officials, the school bus was heading southbound when it collided with an SUV. Subsequently, the bus struck two parked cars across the street before crossing four lanes and a grassy median, ultimately crashing into a home.

Residents in the affected home recounted the harrowing experience, describing a loud bang and the subsequent loss of power. Fortunately, there were no children on the bus at the time of the incident, and the bus driver received treatment for minor injuries.

Eyewitnesses in the area shared their accounts, with one describing the bus cutting across a median and crashing straight into the house. The impact left a significant hole in the home's living room and caused extensive damage.

As night fell, authorities managed to pull the bus from the house, revealing the full extent of the damage. Remarkably, given the severity of the crash, no one suffered serious injuries.

While a ticket was issued for improper lane usage, authorities have not specified whether it was given to the bus driver or the driver of the SUV involved in the initial collision. The incident highlights the importance of road safety and the potential risks associated with accidents involving large vehicles