![[12-16-2024] Five Injured in School Bus and SUV Collision on Santiago Canyon Road](https://ak1.to//HkDl.webp)
Three adults and two children were hospitalized following a collision between a school bus and an SUV in Orange on Monday afternoon, December 16, 2024.
According to Orange County Fire Authority Capt. Greg Barta, the crash occurred just after 3:00 p.m. on Santiago Canyon Road near Red Rock Canyon Road.
Emergency responders transported all five victims — two adults from the SUV, the bus driver, and two children from the school bus — to a nearby hospital. Authorities reported their conditions as serious but stable.
The cause of the crash is currently under investigation.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
