Garberville, CA: 3-Vehicle Collision on Redwood Highway 101
Minor Injuries Sustained in Garberville Crash on Redwood Highway 101
Garberville, California (June 11, 2021) – Minor injuries were reported following a Friday afternoon three-vehicle crash in the Garberville area of Humboldt County, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The accident took place on Redwood Highway 101, just south of the Avenue of the Giants Southern Entrance, and involved a red sedan, a white Dodge pickup truck, and a semi-truck.
Details on what led up to the crash at this time are unknown, but CHP said the big rig and the sedan went approximately 50 feet over the side into a creek after the collision.
The pickup truck sustained major front-end damage and came to rest in the northbound traffic lanes.
Multi-Vehicle Crash in Garberville
Medical personnel responded to the scene and rendered aid to the parties involved. The medics later determined that the crash resulted in minor injuries. The exact number of patients and their identities, however, were not immediately available.
Tow trucks were dispatched to the crash site to remove the wrecked vehicles.
More details about the accident were not immediately available.
The crash remains under investigation.
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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