Semi-Truck Driver Airlifted after Crash on Highway 99 [Atwater, CA]

Semi-Truck Driver Airlifted after Crash on Highway 99 [Atwater, CA]
Semi-Truck Driver Airlifted after Crash on Highway 99 [Atwater, CA]

Semi-Truck Crashes into Tree near Applegate Road

 
ATWATER, CA (November 18, 2018) – A semi-truck driver was airlifted after a crash on Highway 99, early Monday morning.
 
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision took place at approximately 7:54 AM, just north of Applegate Road. Based on their report, the victim’s freightliner semi-truck went off the roadway and crashed into a tree.
 
The paramedics were requested for rescue and the truck driver was flown to Memorial Hospital for treatment. There was no update on the victim’s current medical condition, including the extent of injuries sustained in the incident.
 
Authorities closed the No. 2 lane for about two hours while a clearing operation was performed to clean and clear the area. An investigation is ongoing to determine liabilities. Additional information will be released once it becomes available.
 
Big vehicles like semi-trucks are often involved in road accidents due to their size and other factors such as speeding and reckless driving. In driving any size of vehicle, it is important to drive defensively and always abide by all driving laws. This way, you can ensure your safety and the safety of surrounding vehicles, motorists, and pedestrians.


Have you or a loved one suffered serious injuries in a crash involving a big vehicle like a semi-truck? We encourage you to seek for professional and expert advises for help. You can reach out to the personal injury lawyers at Sweet Law Group. We understand what you are going through, and our team is here to ensure your legal rights are protected. With over 40 years in the legal field, we have the experience and the resources to win your case. Call us today at (800) 203-3061 for a free, no-obligation consultation at a location nearest you. For your convenience, we can also be contacted 24 hours a day and 7 days a week by email, online chat, and text message.
 

 

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