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Nine students hurt as school bus crashes in Sabah
A school bus carrying 36 students was involved in a traffic accident in Sabah on Friday, leaving nine pupils with minor injuries. Emergency responders attended to those affected at the scene.
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Nine students from Sekolah Menengah Sains Sabah sustained minor injuries following a bus crash in the state on August 31. The vehicle, which was transporting 36 students at the time of the incident, was involved in a collision that prompted swift intervention from local authorities and emergency services.
The injured students received immediate medical attention for their minor injuries. Authorities have not disclosed further details regarding the exact location of the crash or the circumstances that led to the collision.
The incident underscores ongoing concerns about student transportation safety in Malaysia. School bus operators are typically required to adhere to stringent safety standards, including regular vehicle maintenance and driver compliance with traffic regulations.
Investigations into the cause of the crash are understood to be ongoing, with relevant authorities in Sabah examining all factors that may have contributed to the accident.