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Major motor vehicle accident reported on Lee Highway and Interstate-66 Bridge in Gainesville
A serious car accident occurred on Lee Highway and Interstate-66 Bridge in Gainesville, Virginia. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find three individuals injured.
Two victims were receiving CPR, while a third was being prepared for immediate medical transport by helicopter.
One of the injured individuals required extrication from the vehicle.
Additional Details:
- Location: Lee Highway and Interstate-66 Bridge, Gainesville, Virginia
- Injuries: Three individuals injured, two receiving CPR, one transported by helicopter
- Rescue Efforts: Extrication required for one victim
- Ongoing Investigation: Local authorities are likely investigating the cause of the accident and the extent of the injuries.
This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.
Emergency services in Queens responded to a multi-casualty incident (MCI) late Thursday involving a major motor vehicle accident on the Kosciuszko Bridge.
The accident left six individuals injured, including two victims in critical condition suffering from traumatic cardiac arrest.
First responders arrived on scene under Box 8380, finding multiple vehicles involved in a collision that caused significant damage and blocked portions of the bridge.
Emergency medical teams immediately began triage and treatment, stabilizing patients for transport to area hospitals.
Two individuals required advanced life-saving measures at the scene as they were in traumatic arrest due to their injuries.
Four additional patients sustained varying levels of injury, and all six were transported to nearby trauma centers for further care.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, which caused major traffic disruptions in the area. Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes as emergency crews worked to clear the scene and restore traffic flow.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and the conditions of the injured individuals are made available.