Emergency Crews Respond to Highway 10 Crash
Multiple individuals, including students and a driver, have been hospitalized following a serious school bus rollover in Manitoba. The incident occurred on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, on Highway 10 near the community of Mafeking.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) confirmed they responded to the crash alongside other emergency services. Details regarding the total number of occupants or the specific conditions of those injured have not been immediately released by authorities.
Scene Secured by First Responders
Images from the scene, shared on social media, show emergency vehicles surrounding the overturned bus on the rural highway. The response involved multiple agencies to manage the situation and provide urgent medical care.
The cause of the rollover is under investigation by the RCMP. Police are expected to examine factors such as road conditions, vehicle mechanics, and driver actions as part of their standard crash investigation protocol.
Community Awaits Further Information
Such incidents deeply affect small communities like Mafeking. The school or school division operating the bus has not been formally identified in initial reports.
Parents and community members are awaiting updates from officials. The investigation is ongoing, and more information regarding the severity of injuries and the exact sequence of events is expected to be released in the coming hours and days.
This crash serves as a stark reminder of the importance of school bus safety on Manitoba's highways, especially during winter travel months.
