Marcola, Ore. – This morning at 08:43 hours, Lane County 911 dispatch received a report of a school bus crash on Marcola Road near milepost 4.
The Lane County Sheriff’s Office, Mohawk Fire and Rescue, and Eugene Springfield Fire and Rescue responded to the scene.
Upon arrival, two occupants were located: an adult male driver and a single juvenile passenger. The adult male was transported to the hospital in serious condition. The juvenile was treated and released at the scene.
The investigation continues, but initial indications point to the driver suffering a medical emergency, immediately preceding the crash.
Emergency responders had Marcola Road closed for a little more than an hour, to accommodate emergency vehicles and personnel. At this time the roadway has been completely reopened and normal traffic has resumed.
(Photo from Mohawk Valley Rural Fire District)
News Release from Lane Co. Sheriff’s Office
Posted on FlashAlert: June 24th, 2022 1:11 PM
