Man Detained After Multiple Buses Catch Fire At Southern Nazarene University

Authorities are investigating after multiple buses caught fire Friday morning at Southern Nazarene University.

Friday, December 9th 2022, 4:18 pm

By: Tevis Hillis

BETHANY, Okla. -

A scary situation Friday morning after three buses on Southern Nazarene University's campus caught fire.

Now, clean up and an investigation is underway.

Bethany and Warr Acres fire departments responded to the scene at 7 a.m.

The fires happened behind the Sawyer Center near Northwest 39th Expressway and North Donald Avenue.

Southern Nazarene Police also responded to the scene.

Students, employees and other university personnel were not in danger.

A firefighter on the scene did suffer a minor injury to their hand.

Campus police said they detained one person.

Tevis Hillis

Tevis Hillis, a proud Oklahoma native, anchors the weekend morning news. She also covers breaking news, education, and topics relevant to people in their 20s for her weekday audience. In addition to her on-air role, Tevis is an adjunct professor for OU Nightly, mentoring over 160 students each semester.