Orange, CA: Possible Injuries Sustained in 2-Vehicle Crash on 22 Freeway at Main Street
Possible Injuries Reported After Orange Car Accident on 22 Freeway at Main Street
Orange, California (May 19, 2020) – Possible injuries were reported following a traffic accident involving two vehicles Monday morning in Orange.
The 7:45 a.m. collision happened on the State Route (22) Garden Grove Freeway just east of Main Street.
As per the California Highway Patrol report, a white Honda CRV collided with a white Nissan Altima along the highway for reasons still under investigation.
Officials said the Honda had its airbags deployed and came to a stop in the center divider with its flashing lights on while the Nissan was on the right shoulder following the crash.
The Nissan reportedly acquired moderate rear-end damage upon the impact.
Honda CRV and Nissan Altima Involved in Orange Collision on 22 Freeway
All involved parties were attended to by medical personnel who responded at the scene shortly after 7:45 a.m.
No additional information about the accident was provided.
An investigation is still underway.
What to do at the Scene of an Accident
Being involved in an accident can be frightening and make it difficult for you to immediately think of what to do at the accident scene because of being overwhelmed with emotions. In case you get involved in an accident, here are some tips on what you should do:-
- Take a deep breath to help you relax and ease the panic.
- Check yourself, your passengers, and the occupants of the other cars for injuries. In case of injuries, call an ambulance for medical attention.
- Report the accident to the police and mention if there are injuries, death, or serious property damage so that they can document the accident. It is good that police document about the accident at the scene to preserve accurate information.
- Turn on your vehicle’s hazard lights.
- Take photos of the damage and crash scene to preserve evidence.
- Remember to take the name, address, contact number, and insurance company name and policy number of other drivers. You should also provide the same information to the other driver but never give personal information to other drivers of witnesses.
- Never admit fault or discuss the incident. You should also not sign any papers unless it is for the police.
- Only leave the accident scene when police and other drivers do.
