The incident happened at around 2:50 p.m. on U.S. 69 near Prescott in southeastern Linn County.
The Kansas State Highway Patrol reports the bus was heading south when a rear driver's side tire blew. The 44-year-old driver tried to "limp" the bus to a safe stopping location, but a fire started where the tire blew. The fire then consumed the school bus. All occupants were able to exit safely. No one was hurt.
Fort Scott USD 234 said the 8th graders were returning from a field trip in Kansas City when the incident happened. The bus is a total loss.
Fort Scott USD 234 said the 8th graders were returning from a field trip in Kansas City when the incident happened. The bus is a total loss.
