Flames engulf school bus in South Jersey; 10 students and driver uninjured

Flames engulf school bus in South Jersey; 10 students and driver uninjured No students were injured when flames ravaged a school bus on the Garden State Parkway in South Jersey.Officials tell Action News that 10 students and a bus driver were all able to escape the flames.

Ocean City School District officials say the students are from the Intermediate School and were heading home to Sea Isle City. "We want to thank everyone for their quick thinking and smart response during today's incident. The students acted swiftly and calmly as they followed the driver's directions to exit the bus as soon as a problem was identified. They should be commended, and we are thankful that everyone is safe," said School Business Administrator Timothy Kelley in a statement.

The Sheppard Bus driver has been identified as Miss Linda. In a letter to the school community, Intermediate School Principal Michael Mattina commended her actions and quicky thinking, saying, " "She was a true hero and showed the utmost care for our students, making sure they were all safe after exiting the bus.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Cape May County Fire Marshals office and the New Jersey State Police.

NJ On Garden State Parkway 10 Students And Driver Uninjured

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