Two People Injured in Highway 119 Crash at East Kern Street [Taft, CA]

Taft, CA (October 2, 2021) On Wednesday, 2 people suffered injuries in a crash on Highway 119 at East Kern Street.

Taft Police says that the crash happened at around 6:50 a.m.

Rescuers took a man and a woman to the hospital via ambulance, with an unknown extent of injuries.

Both patients are from a passenger car that was found on the east side of the road.

Moreover, a pickup truck with some damage was also found on the west side of the road.

Meanwhile, a street lamp was found knocked down.

Furthermore, Taft Police are conducting an investigation to know the cause of the crash.

No additional details are available at the moment.

When driving, it is important to follow all driving laws and the conditions of the road. If you see any vehicle or driver that looks dangerous, keep your distance. If you see a vehicle weaving in and out of the lanes, following too closely, or traveling at a higher rate of speed, move over a few lanes and get out of their way. Drive defensively to ensure the safety of surrounding vehicles, drivers, and pedestrians.

It is important to always abide by all traffic laws and to do your part to prevent devastating consequences to you and others. Thus, if you find yourself unable to safely operate a vehicle, there are always other options for transportation.

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Impacts of Vehicular Accidents

According to the United States Department of Transportation, there are approximately 300,000 merging accidents every year.

Common events on the road can just as swiftly become safety hazards. Furthermore, everyone must remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of an automobile collision.

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