What is the first action to take if you experience a bus tire blowout while transporting pupils?

• A. Brake hard immediately
• B. Swerve into traffic
• C. Stop where you are
• D. Maintain control and steer to a safe location

Answer: (D)

When a bus tire blows out, the priority is to keep the vehicle under control and steer toward a safe location off the roadway. A blowout can cause the bus to pull toward the damaged tire, and abrupt braking or sharp swerving can make control harder and raise the risk of a crash. So, maintain a firm grip on the steering, ease off the accelerator to slow gradually, and steer smoothly toward the shoulder or another safe stopping point. Once you’re safely off the road, you can use hazard lights and get help as needed.