Bus overturns in Moore Township accident with 28 students aboard

No injuries reported after Sandusky Community Schools bus slid off road in winter weather conditions

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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A Sandusky Community Schools bus with 28 students aboard overturned on Freiberger Road in Moore Township, Sanilac County, Michigan on Friday afternoon. No injuries requiring hospital transport were reported, and a nearby resident provided shelter for the students until another bus arrived.

Why it matters

School bus accidents, especially those involving overturns, can be extremely dangerous and concerning for the community. This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices, especially in inclement weather, to protect student safety.

The details

The bus was attempting to back into a driveway to turn around when it slid off the soft shoulder near a ditch due to winter weather conditions, causing it to overturn. All 28 students and the driver were evaluated by Sanilac EMS at the scene, but no injuries required hospital transport.

  • The incident occurred on Friday, February 6, 2026 shortly after 3:30 p.m.

The players

Sandusky Community Schools

The school district that operated the bus involved in the accident.

Sanilac County Central Dispatch

The agency that received the initial emergency call about the overturned bus.

Sanilac EMS

The emergency medical services agency that evaluated the students and driver at the scene.

Moore Township Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to the accident.

Resident in the 100 block of Freiberger Road

A local resident who opened their garage to provide shelter for the students until another bus arrived.

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The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for extreme caution when driving school buses, especially in inclement weather, to ensure the safety of students. The quick response and community support helped prevent any serious injuries in this case.