[05-31-2023] Butte County, CA – Multi-Vehicle Collision in Chico Leaves Two People Injured

Two people were injured following a multi-vehicle collision in Chico on Wednesday morning, May 31, 2023.

The California Highway Patrol reported the crash involving a Ford Fusion, a Dodge Ram 2500 truck, and a Nissan Altima at around 6:56 a.m. on Highway 32 near Meridian Road.

Authorities stated that the driver of the Ford Fusion was traveling eastbound on Highway 32 and, for unknown reasons, drifted across the roadway into the oncoming westbound lanes.

The Dodge Ram 2500 was westbound on Highway 32 when the Ford Fusion struck its left-front corner. The collision caused the Dodge Ram 2500 to rotate counterclockwise from the westbound lane to the eastbound lane. When the Nissan Altima entered the eastbound lane on Highway 32, it collided with the Dodge Ram 2500.

The CHP said the driver of a Nissan Altima was extracted from the vehicle with moderately suspected injuries. The Dodge Ram 2500 driver sustained minor injuries. The Ford Fusion driver was uninjured.

No additional information regarding the collision or the victims was disclosed. Anyone with information should contact the authorities immediately.

The investigation into the collision continues.

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What To Do After A Car Accident

Being involved in an automobile accident can be intimidating and traumatic. In addition to physical injuries, there may be psychological and monetary consequences. Understanding what to do after a car accident can help you protect your legal rights, maintain your safety, and recover from injuries. This guide will outline what to do following a car accident:

• Examine for injuries: Check yourself and others for injuries first. If you require medical assistance, dial 911.
• If feasible, move your vehicle to a secure location, such as the road shoulder.
• Contact the management: Notify law enforcement or the state highway patrol of the accident.
• Provide the other drivers involved in the accident with your insurance and contact details.
• Photograph the accident scene, including any damaged vehicles and injured parties.
• Collect witness information: obtain the contact information of accident witnesses.
• Notify your insurance company: Notify your insurance company immediately of the accident.
• If you have been injured or damaged property, consider contacting an attorney.

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Multi-Vehicle Accident Statistics

In the United States, automobile accidents are the primary cause of accidental death and injury. Automobile accidents cause 10 million injuries and fatalities annually.

According to the National Safety Council, traffic fatalities rose 8.3% in 2020. In 2019, 39,117 individuals were killed in motor vehicle accidents. The following year witnessed 42,338 fatalities.

Moreover, 3,847 people perished in California automobile accidents in 2020. Multiple vehicles were involved in 41% of all fatal incidents (1,587 deaths, or 41% of all fatalities). One-vehicle accidents caused 59% of fatalities.