A serious road collision that took place in North Hills, California, resulted in a driver landing in a wash and requiring a specialized rescue operation from the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD). The incident occurred just before 5 p.m. on Saturday near 15100 West Parthenia St.
Two vehicles were involved in this mishap. The drivers car collided with another vehicle, after which it ended up in the wash. Initial dispatches to the fire department indicated that the driver was immured in the wash and necessitated an auto-extrication operation. However, upon arrival and subsequent evaluation of the scene, it was discerned that while the driver was not ensnared, a litter basket operation was needed to ensure their safe retrieval from the wash.
Numerous images of the incident scene were shared on Citizen.com, depicting the car post-incident and the ensuing rescue operation which was initiated by LAFD. The driver was ultimately extricated and transported urgently owing to the severity of their injuries. However, the full extent of their injuries and prognosis was not immediately disclosed.
In addition to the driver, one other individual, an adult male, was evaluated for minor injuries. The specifics about the second patients connection to the incident, along with other potential occupants of the second vehicle involved in the collision, remain undisclosed at the moment. Similarly, the exact cause of the crash has not been officially communicated by the fire department as of now.
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