School Bus Crash in Vernon Injures Five Children

Vernon, Connecticut – A school bus carrying students from Skinner Road School was involved in a crash with a work van on Route 83 (Talcottville Road) in Vernon on Thursday, February 19, 2026, resulting in minor injuries to five children and both drivers.

Details of the Incident

The crash occurred just after 3:30 p.m. At the intersection of Pleasantview Drive. First responders found both the school bus and the van with significant front-end damage NBC Connecticut. Five of the six elementary school students on board the bus sustained minor injuries and were transported to a local hospital for treatment. Their injuries were reported as non-life-threatening. The school bus driver and the driver of the work van also sustained minor injuries.

Route 83 Closure and Reopening

A portion of Route 83 between Dobson Road and Pitkin Road was temporarily closed following the accident, but has since reopened to traffic WFSB. The Town of Vernon initially warned residents of the closure via its Facebook page.

Ongoing Investigation

Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. No further details have been released at this time WTNH, CT Insider.

Key Takeaways

• A school bus and a work van collided on Route 83 in Vernon, Connecticut.
• Five elementary school students and both drivers sustained minor injuries.
• All injured parties were transported to the hospital, with injuries reported as non-life-threatening.
• Route 83 was temporarily closed but has since reopened.