BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio — November 9, 2026 — Emergency crews responded to a reported crash involving a school bus carrying children near the Interstate 70 eastbound Exit 215 off-ramp Monday morning.
According to initial reports shared around 8:50 a.m., the crash appeared to involve minimal damage, with only paint transfer reported.
Ohio State Highway Patrol personnel reportedly requested that the children aboard the bus be evaluated as a precaution.
A second school bus was also reportedly sent to the scene to transport the students. Plans called for moving the children to a safe location before transferring them to the replacement bus.
Police, fire and emergency medical personnel were reported to be responding.
No injuries have been confirmed at this time. Additional details about the crash and the number of students involved have not been released.
River News will provide updates as more information becomes available.
Source: Initial emergency response reports. Details have not yet been independently confirmed by authorities.
