Because it’s weird. We love near-misses. It’s the same thrill as watching a horror movie where the hero trips, but doesn’t fall into the trap. Relief is addictive.
Think about the alternative. Headlines could have been grim. Instead, we get a “haha, can you believe no one got a scratch?” That’s delightful.
Plus, it gives you an excuse to ask: “Hey, did you hear about the invincible bus?” Conversation starter.
Melbourne bus crash: School children suffer "life changing" injuries
Funny Detail: The Seatbelt Paradox
Buses don’t usually have seatbelts. Yet, passengers stayed put. How? Compartmentalization. The seats are close together and padded. You get pinned, not thrown.
Imagine a human burrito. That’s you in a bus crash. Snug, safe, and a little undignified. Police said passengers were “shaken but unharmed.” Classic understatement.
One passenger joked: “I was too scared to even spill my coffee.” Now that’s grace under pressure.
