Shasta County, CA: Head-On Crash on Highway 299 in French Gulch, May 30
1 Seriously Injured in French Gulch Crash on Eureka Way (Highway 299) near Trinity Mountain Road
Shasta County, California (May 30, 2019) – One person was hospitalized Thursday morning after a head-on collision in French Gulch, according to a local news source.
The accident was reported at about 4:59 a.m. on Highway 299, just west of Trinity Mountain Road. Highway 299 is also known as Eureka Way.
As per the report, an empty logging truck collided head-on with a car for an unspecified reason on the highway. The force of the impact pushed the truck over the embankment and landed approximately 100 feet below the roadway.
Major Injury Head-On Crash on Highway 299 in French Gulch Thursday
Paramedics responded to the scene and extricated the driver of the truck who was trapped in his vehicle. The patient was then airlifted to a hospital with moderate to major injuries.
The roadway was shut down following the crash.
The crash remains under investigation by the CHP.
Pacific Attorney Group wishes the person injured a quick recovery.
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What to Do Immediately after a Car Accident
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- Stay at the scene of the accident. However, the vehicle should be moved safely away from traffic to avoid more possible collisions.
- Check on the safety of the passengers and other drivers and promptly notify the authorities.
- Exchange vital information with the other drivers. If possible, exchange contacts with witnesses.
- Take photos of the damage to your car.
- Contact your insurance company immediately. You are encouraged to disclose all the vital information as truthfully as possible.
- Keep all the medical records and keep track of all the related expenses.
