Multi-Vehicle, Semi-Truck Crashes Block Highways, Injure Several in US

Several serious vehicle accidents occurred recently across the U.S., with emergency responders and bystanders playing crucial roles in rescue efforts. In British Columbia, RCMP guided a crash victim in sending an SOS from an unknown location, enabling Search and Rescue to find and transport the injured person to the hospital. Near SeaTac, Washington, a semi-truck carrying hazardous materials overturned on State Route 509, closing lanes and causing significant traffic delays while hazmat crews responded. In Tucson, Arizona, a multi-vehicle accident on Interstate 19 involved up to seven vehicles and resulted in three hospitalizations without critical injuries. In Lubbock, Texas, two deputies pinned by a semi-truck collision were rescued by strangers who used ladders and ropes to pull them to safety; the deputies and a civilian sustained minor injuries. These incidents highlight the importance of quick emergency response and community assistance in saving lives during vehicle crashes.