Stevenson, Washington – One Person Dead, One Injured in Crash at State Route 14

Stevenson, Washington (March 12, 2020) – One person was killed and another was injured in a crash that occurred along State Route 14 near Beacon Rock on Thursday afternoon. According to the article from KATU 2 News, the injured person was taken to a hospital on Thursday evening.

The Washington State Patrol reported that the incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. near milepost 35. The cause and circumstances of the crash has not yet been reported. The crash caused both ways of the highway to be blocked, but crews had the highway reopened by 6:15 p.m.

About Vehicle Accidents

We offer our sympathies and compassion fro the friends and loved ones of the victims. Unfortunately this is not the only time an accident has resulted in a fatality and injuries. 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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