Quick-Thinking Students Save School Bus After Driver Collapses

“All of a sudden the bus driver started having convulsions, and I realized he was having a seizure,” Gilmore said.With the driver incapacitated and the bus veering off course, immediate action was critical.

Stepping Up Under Pressure

In a split second, Gilmore rushed to the front of the bus and took control of the steering wheel. Although the driver’s foot remained on the brake, the bus was still drifting.

Despite never having driven a car—only a golf cart—the 15-year-old managed to steer the bus safely to the side of the road, preventing a potentially serious collision.

Another student, Logan McCorquodale, helped place the bus in park and shut off the engine to ensure it would not move again.

Teamwork and Emergency Response

Other students immediately sprang into action. Some students with first aid knowledge checked on the driver, while others called 911 and notified school officials.

Students Keven Brennan, Rachel Watson, and Kennedy Couture assisted by managing the scene and keeping fellow passengers calm until emergency responders arrived.

“It was like we were off-roading a bus,” one student later recalled.

Paramedics arrived shortly afterward, continued providing care, and transported the driver to hospital for further medical evaluation.

Driver Recovering and Grateful

The bus company later confirmed the driver was undergoing medical tests and was recovering. The driver expressed heartfelt gratitude to the students for their fast thinking and decisive actions.

Gilmore’s parents also shared their pride, noting that their son didn’t hesitate—he simply acted when it mattered most.

Why CPR and First Aid Training Matter

This real-life emergency highlights how important CPR and first aid training can be during unexpected medical incidents. Recognizing a seizure, calling for help, and responding calmly can help save lives.

Learning these life-saving skills prepares people to act confidently in emergencies—whether at school, work, or in public places. You can learn more about hands-on emergency response training by visiting Winnipeg First Aid’s CPR and AED courses, which focus on practical skills for real-world situations.

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Learn More About CPR and First Aid

• Wikipedia – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cardiopulmonary_resuscitation

• WebMD – CPR Treatment Overview
  https://www.webmd.com/first-aid/cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-cpr-treatment

• Mayo Clinic – First Aid & CPR Basics
  https://www.mayoclinic.org/first-aid/first-aid-cpr/basics/art-20056600