Cathedral City, CA: 1 Seriously Injured in Traffic Crash on Interstate 10 near Date Palm Dr Exit
Driver Hospitalized after Cathedral City Crash on Interstate 10 near Date Palm Drive Exit
Cathedral City, California (April 26, 2021) – A driver was sent to the hospital with serious injuries after a traffic collision that happened Sunday night in Cathedral City, the California Highway Patrol said.
According to CHP, the accident took place at about 9:33 p.m. on eastbound Interstate 10, just west of Date Palm Drive exit.
Reportedly, two vehicles collided for unknown reasons, and one of them overturned.
No one was injured in the crash.
Moments later, another traffic collision involving two vehicles and possibly a driver of one of the cars involved in the first accident occurred at the same scene.
That driver sustained serious injuries in the accident and was rushed to Desert Regional Medical Center for treatment.
The report said the injured driver had possibly been drinking prior to the collisions.
CHP is investigating to establish what transpired leading to the incidents.
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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