On November 19th at approximately 900 AM, Hughesville Volunteers and surrounding departments were alerted to Gallant Green Road and Leonardtown Road for the collision involving a school bus. Chief 2, Squad 2 and Paramedic Ambulance 28 responded.

Squad 2 arrived on scene to find a two-vehicle collision involving a school bus and passenger vehicle. The operator of the passenger vehicle was trapped inside the vehicle.

Squad 2 removed the driver’s side of the vehicle. Waldorf Squad 3 arrived and assisted with removing the patient and transferring care to awaiting EMS units. Due to significant injuries, Maryland State Police Aviation Command was requested. Trooper 2 responded and landed nearby to transport the patients to area trauma centers. Two other patients were transported by ground to a local hospital.

Crews also located a diesel fuel leak coming from the school bus. The Charles County Hazardous Materials Team was requested to respond. Upon arrival, the leak was stopped and the remaining fuel was off loaded to prevent any further spillage.

Chief 15 held the command and units operated on the scene for approximately two hours before being released.