Bellingham, Washington – Multiple People Injured in Crash at Interstate 5

Bellingham, Washington (November 17, 2019) – At least five people were reported to be injured in a multiple-vehicle crash that occurred on northbound Interstate 5 at Old Fairhaven Parkway on Sunday night. There has been no further word regarding the conditions of the injured and it has not been reported if they have been taken to a hospital.

According to the report from the Washington State Patrol, one driver lost control of their vehicle, causing them to collide with a pickup truck. The truck then went over a guardrail and crashed into a tree, causing a driver and a passenger to be trapped inside. The crash caused all lanes to be closed at the scene, though both directiosn were reopened around 10 p.m. of the same day.

About Vehicle Accidents

In 2017, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)  have reported a total of 120, 993 car accidents. Of those accidents, 525 were fatal and 34, 311 were possible or suspected of injuries. There are several types of collision that may happen, such as side collision, rollover collision, and head-on collision. Of the types of car accidents, head-on collisions are considered the most dangerous due to the circumstances – two cars are heading towards each other, with a great amount of force being experienced by all parties when the impact happens. While only 2% of car accidents are head-on collisions, they account for more than 10% of car-accident related injuries. These injuries are quite dangerous as most of them are head, spine or neck-related, including spinal injuries, brain injuries, paralysis, broken bones, and whiplash. Similarly, victims of side collisions and rollover collisions also suffer may also suffer head and neck injuries, though the risk is lower in these types of collisions. In rollover collisions, the car will come to rest on its side or roof, resulting in a dangerous situation which passengers might need to be extricated from. In side collisions, the greatest risk comes to the passenger on the particular side that received the impact. No matter the type of accident, all crashes are bound to cause a dreadful situation for all involved.

We urge all drivers to be careful while behind the wheel. When in a location where hazards such as poor illumination, rough roads or construction materials are present, be especially cautious. By doing this, we can ensure our safety as well as the safety of others in the nearby area.

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