New Orleans Bus Driver Saves Nine Students From Fiery Explosion

Kia Rousseve's quick action prevented a tragedy, highlighting the importance of bus safety.

Kia Rousseve, a school bus driver in New Orleans, saved nine students by evacuating them moments before the bus exploded.
Rousseve's maternal instincts and quick thinking were credited for the successful evacuation.
The incident, which occurred on March 13, is believed to have been caused by a faulty alternator.
Following the incident, Community Academies of New Orleans conducted additional inspections of its entire fleet.
Rousseve, who has been driving school buses for three years, expressed trauma and fear of driving after the event.