5 Injured in Highway 101 Crash near Las Varas Canyon Road (Goleta, CA)

2-Vehicle Collision Near Goleta Hurts 5 People

 
GOLETA, CA (September 13, 2019) – Five people suffered injuries in a Highway 101 crash near Las Varas Canyon Road Tuesday afternoon.
 
First responders arrived at the scene at about 1:47 p.m. The Santa Barbara County firefighters were among them.
 
Involved in the crash were a white Ford F350 truck and a Toyota Tundra. The California Highway Patrol said the southbound Toyota hit the Ford while it was making a left turn at an intersection.
 
The man driving the Ford sustained minor injuries, while the male passenger suffered major injuries.
 
On the other hand, the male driver of the Toyota sustained minor injuries. A male infant in a car seat suffered moderate injuries, while the female passenger had major injuries.
 
According to the fire officials, none of the five people involved required extrication from the vehicles. Three ambulances took them to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.
 
The CHP is investigating the cause and events leading to the crash.
 
When driving, it is important to always focus on the road and be aware of your surroundings. If you are crossing a busy intersection, activate your turn signal or blinker before making any turns. If you are turning in a road where there is no dedicated left-turn signal or lane, be patient and make sure there is no obstruction to your view. Driving with caution and following the conditions of the road can help prevent accidents which may have devastating consequences for you and for others.

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