Novato, CA: Major Injury Collision on Highway 37 near Petaluma River Bridge
At Least 1 Seriously Injured in Novato Car Accident on Highway 37 near Petaluma River Bridge
Novato, California (May 19, 2021) – At least one person was seriously injured in a two-vehicle collision that happened Wednesday afternoon in Novato, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The collision took place at about 1:42 p.m. on eastbound Highway 37, just east of the Petaluma River Bridge.
A silver Honda Civic collided with a dark-brown sedan under unclear circumstances. The Civic went about 30 feet off the roadway and down an embankment after the impact.
At least one person was severely hurt in the crash. An ambulance was dispatched to the scene to take the patient to the hospital.
The report said a dog involved in the accident was also injured and the animal control unit was requested to respond and take the animal.
The Civic acquired major left-side damage and the sedan major front-end damage. Both vehicles were towed away from the scene.
CHP is investigating the wreck.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it’s not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.
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