A school bus caught fire in Port Charlotte Thursday afternoon.

Two firetrucks and an ambulance arrived at 2375 Corinne Avenue off of Kings Highway. Everyone got off the bus safely and no one was injured.

There were 16 people on the bus including students, an assistant and the driver. There were students with special needs on the bus ranging from 5-21 years old. 

They were on their way from the Charlotte Harbor Center.

The fire started in the engine but the cause is under investigation.