Silvia Campos Injured in Fatal Rainbow Truck Accident at Rainbow Valley Boulevard and Old Highway 395
,Silvia Campos ID’d as Mother Injured in Fatal Rainbow Crash at Rainbow Valley Boulevard and Old Highway 395
Rainbow, California (July 27, 2019) – The mother who was seriously injured in a traffic accident that left her 13-year-old son dead Tuesday afternoon at an intersection in Rainbow has been identified as Silvia Campos, according to a local news source.
The deadly wreck occurred at about 4:48 p.m. Tuesday, July 23 at the intersection of Rainbow Valley Boulevard and Old Highway 395.
According to the California Highway Patrol, a Honda Pilot driven by Campos was traveling eastbound on Rainbow Glen Road. After stopping at the red light at Old Highway 395, Campos traveled into the intersection and was hit by a northbound semi-truck carrying two rock-towing trailers, which had no stop sign or stoplight. The CHP said the semi was possibly traveling at around 55 mph.
The semi pushed the Honda Pilot into a light pole before it came to a rest.
Silvia Campos Injured in Fatal Big Rig and Car Crash in Rainbow, July 23
Campos’ 13-year-old boy, who was in the front passenger seat of the Honda, died in the crash. Campos was transported by ground ambulance to Palomar Medical Center in Escondido.
A 6-year-old girl, who was in the back right passenger seat, was also transported to Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego.
The man driving the truck complained of pain and was transported to Palomar Medical Center.
A Go Fund Me page has been set up in order to help the family.
The crash remains under investigation.
Every year, several traffic accidents are reported in California. Unfortunately, accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of these traffic accidents range from distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving and failure to observe traffic laws. It is evident that negligence on the part of motorists is the leading cause of these accidents.
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What to Do Immediately after a Car Accident
Car accidents happen very fast leaving the motorist without much time to make decisions. However, the actions a motorist takes after the collision are important in ensuring the safety of their passengers and other motorists. Drivers are encouraged to take the following actions after the crash.
- Stay at the scene of the accident. However, the vehicle should be moved safely away from traffic to avoid 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.
