In a devastating incident that occurred on Monday, a school bus and a semi truck collided on U.S. Route 24 at Parkview Road in Schuyler County, resulting in the loss of three children and two adults, as confirmed by officials from the Illinois State Police. The crash tragically claimed the lives of the bus driver and the semi truck driver in addition to the three children onboard.

Authorities reported that the collision took place at approximately 11:36 a.m. The school bus was traveling westbound on U.S. Route 24 when, for reasons still unknown, it veered into the eastbound lane and struck the semi truck, which was transporting sand. The impact was so intense that both vehicles became engulfed in flames.

Due to this fatal accident, a section of U.S. Route 24, specifically from IL-103, will be closed until further notice to facilitate the ongoing investigation and clear the wreckage from the crash scene.

It is important to note that an earlier version of this story initially referenced a post from the Mt. Sterling Fire Department and Brown County Fire Protection District's Facebook page, which indicated that the crash resulted in fatalities. However, the post was later removed, and official confirmation regarding the loss of life came from the Illinois State Police.

This tragedy has left the community of Rushville, Illinois, and Schuyler County mourning the loss of five individuals, including three young children. As investigations continue to determine the cause of this devastating incident, our thoughts and condolences go out to the families and loved ones who have been affected by this heartbreaking event.

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