On the afternoon of Tuesday, August 19, 2025, two North East Independent School District (NEISD) school buses were involved in a multi-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 281 in San Antonio, Texas. The incident occurred around 4:10 p.m. near the Redland Road and Sonterra Boulevard exit.

On the afternoon of Tuesday, August 19, 2025, two North East Independent School District (NEISD) school buses were involved in a multi-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 281 in San Antonio, Texas. The incident occurred around 4:10 p.m. near the Redland Road and Sonterra Boulevard exit. The crash involved two NEISD school buses and a car. Despite the dramatic scene and the large emergency response—15 emergency units were deployed—no injuries were reported, according to the San Antonio Fire Department (SAFD). MySAKENS 5+5WOAI+5FOX 7 Austin+5San Antonio Express-News+1

A Northeast ISD spokesperson confirmed that two buses from Tejada Middle School collided with each other on U.S. 281 between Encino Rio and Redland Road. Approximately 26 students were on one bus, while around 40 students were on the other. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. FOX 7 Austin+2FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth+2

The crash caused significant traffic delays, with the closure of the far right shoulder and two right lanes, leaving only two lanes open. Traffic was severely impacted, with delays of up to 20 minutes and highway speeds reduced to approximately five miles per hour. MySA

Authorities, including San Antonio police and fire crews, responded to the scene and assessed the situation. The total number of students on board the buses at the time of the crash is not yet confirmed. The investigation is ongoing, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.