Needles, CA: Head-On Crash on U.S. Route 95
1 Airlifted after Needles Crash on U.S. Route 95 near South Needles Compressor Station
Needles, California (May 25, 2021) – One person was airlifted to a hospital after a traffic accident in Needles Tuesday morning, according to a local news source.
The collision, which involved a semi-truck and a vehicle, was reported just after 7:00 a.m. on U.S. Route 95, just south of South Needles Compressor Station.
As per the report, a grey Toyota Camry collided head-on with a semi-truck hauling hay on the northbound side of the highway.
Firefighters along with the paramedics responded to the scene and extricated one person who was trapped inside one of the involved vehicles.
The patient was then flown to Colorado River Medical Center in unknown condition.
The highway was temporarily shut down as crews worked at the scene. As of 8:17 a.m., all lanes of U.S. Route 95 were reopened to traffic.
Further details about the crash were not immediately provided, and the accident 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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