Firefighters Injured in DUI Crash on Road 36 [Madera County, CA]

Madera County, CA (February 01, 2022) – On Monday, two firefighters sustained injuries in a DUI crash on Road 36.

The collision took place minutes before 10 a.m. at the intersection with Avenue 13.

Officers said a car missed a stop sign and struck a fire truck’s passenger side and it to overturned.

Moreover, the authorities said they were searching for that vehicle earlier in the day.

“This vehicle matches the description of a ‘be on the lookout for’ a BOLO vehicle we’re looking for, and the sheriff’s department was also looking for in the area,” said CHP Sgt. Lincoln McKenna

One of the two firefighters sustained a dislocated shoulder and the other complained of pain.

On the other hand, the rescuers airlifted the car driver to the hospital. Police said he was not wearing a seatbelt during the crash.

Reports said the parties were driving the speed limit at the time of the accident.

If you find yourself unable to safely operate your vehicle, you can always use a rideshare app instead. By doing so, you can help to ensure the safety of yourself and others around you.

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What Can We Do After the Incident

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