Lacey Man Airlifted in Yelm Highway 2-Vehicle Collision [Thurston County, WA]

Thurston County, WA (June 5, 2023) – On Saturday afternoon, two people were injured in a Yelm Highway 2-vehicle collision.

Responding officers stated that a car and an Intercity Transit bus have collided in the area of Waldon Drive Southeast, between Spurgeon Creek Road Southeast and Meridian Road Southeast.

According to the investigators, the Lacey man in his 40s crossed the center line and crashed into the bus. No information has been provided as to why the driver lost control.

The emergency responders needed some time for them to remove the Lacey man from the wreckage who was later flown to an area hospital. The bus driver was transported to Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia.

The authorities are still working on this case.

Avoiding Traffic Collisions

There are multiple ways of keeping yourself safe on the road. But there are key concepts to keep in mind to ensure you are helping yourself and your community.

First, avoid distractions while driving (i.e. Using your mobile phones). Next, is avoiding drinking and driving, a high percentage of accidents due to DUI.

Then, wear your seat belts. Lastly, keep your speed at the minimum level and ensure you are not exceeding the speed limit. There are more safety tips, these are just simple things you can always remember to ensure your safety on the road.

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Know Who Can Help

Roadways, while scrupulously created and mapped for efficient travel, are one of the most dangerous settings. It is crucial that everyone remain calm in order to properly handle the immediate aftermath of an automobile collision.

Mark Sweet, an award-winning attorney who has handled many auto accidents, wants to let those who are injured know that it is important to have an independent investigation to better protect your rights.  Hiring the right firm, who has the resources to spend, can make all the difference between getting justice for a client.

We at Sweet Lawyers have over 40 years of legal expertise. Our expert lawyers have handled different cases of road and pedestrian accidents. You may call us at (800) 674 7852. Or you can visit our website at Sweetlaw.com and check out the other ways we can help you.