School Bus Gas Shortage in South Carolina

Just a few weeks from the start of school, South Carolina could soon be facing a $12 million deficit in money to school the state’s school buses.

We’re talking about 5,700 buses and about 12.5 million gallons of fuel, that’s what it takes to get your kids to school. But, by Christmas this year, the buses could be running on fumes.

Everyone — including 7-year-old Russell — knows gas prices are sky high.

“It’s kind of hard, it’s real hard. A lot of single parents (are) really getting ready to feel the heat right now,” says parent of 3, Carrie Richardson.

School buses, what many of you rely on to get your kids to school, could soon be out of service and more than your wallet could take a hit.

WRDW