Middle school students in Missouri took control of their school bus after the driver experienced a medical emergency while driving on a four-lane highway, according to video footage of the incident.

The students quickly responded when their bus driver lost consciousness behind the wheel, with some grabbing the steering wheel while others applied the brakes to bring the vehicle to a safe stop.

Video of the incident shows the dramatic moments as the young passengers worked together to prevent what could have been a serious accident. The bus was traveling on a highway when the driver's medical emergency occurred.

The quick thinking and coordinated response of the middle school students helped avert potential disaster on the busy roadway. Local authorities have not released additional details about the driver's condition or the specific nature of the medical emergency.

The incident highlights both the potential dangers of medical emergencies while driving and the remarkable composure shown by the young students in an emergency situation.