[06-01-2023] Santa Barbara County, CA – Four People Suffered Injuries Following Multi-Vehicle Collision in Santa Maria

Four people suffered injuries following a multi-vehicle collision in Santa Maria on Thursday afternoon, June 1, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred near Black Road in the 2600 block of Mahoney Road at approximately 1:00 p.m. Two vehicles were involved in a head-on collision, while the third overturned off the roadway.

Authorities reported two women in one of the head-on vehicles; one with significant injuries was airlifted to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital by a county helicopter, and the other with minor injuries was transported by AMR ambulance to Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria.

Officials added a male driver and the only occupant of the other vehicle involved in the head-on collision were transported to Marian via ground ambulance with serious injuries. Heavy extrication efforts were required to free the wounded from the wreckage of the vehicles. The female vehicle driver that ran off the road was transported to a hospital for evaluation.

The identities and conditions of the injured were not readily available. Anyone with information is urged to contact the authorities promptly.

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 a California car accident 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.