Woodinville, Washington – Downed Utility Pole Fall on Truck, Causes Power Outage

Woodinville, Washington (June 19, 2019) – A utility pole at the end of Northeast 148th Street fell down onto a garbage truck on Wednesday. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident. The downed poles however caused a power outage in two households.

Woodinville Firefighters and Puget Sound Energy responded to the incident and sent crews to the area. The cause of the incident has not been provided.

About Crush Injuries

It is fortunate that no one was injured in this particular incident. Accidents that involve objects falling on the victim result in what is called “crush” injuries. According to the Arrive Alive website, crush injuries can occur in any car accident, falls or a situation where a structure is collapsing. Even minor crush injuries can involve a lot of pain and discomfort – such injuries include bruising, lacerations, and sprained ankles. Major crush injuries involve parts of the body below the skin, and usually involve blunt force. Major crush injuries include head fractures, facial trauma, severe lacerations and blunt force chest-and-abdominal trauma, among others. Additionally, because of the events which lead up to crush injuries, victims will often require extrication or some kind of rescue to get them out of the dangerous situation.

While it is true accidents can happen, we urge everyone to do their part to ensure safety in their surroundings. Avoid  areas with hazards such as rockfalls and construction sites if possible, and be cautious if it is necessary. For their part, construction crews should adhere to safety guidelines and make sure that any equipment they use will not become a hazard for anyone else. Make sure that your own home is able to withstand any kind of rough weather, particularly if it’s a mobile home. Ensuring our safety can also ensure the safety of others.

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