AUSTIN, TX – Two people went to the hospital Monday after a single-vehicle crash with entrapment in the Manchaca area, reports ATCEMS.
Vehicle Rescue at 1800 W Fm 1626 Rd (15:39). #ATCEMS, @AustinFireInfo & ESD 5 are on scene of a collision involving one vehicle with 2 patients pinned inside. Extrication is in progress, expect #ATXTraffic delays in the area & use alternate routes. More information to follow. pic.twitter.com/rNuzT5fxYP — ATCEMS (@ATCEMS) March 11, 2024
FINAL Vehicle Rescue at 1800 W Fm 1626 Rd: #ATCEMSMedics have transported two adult patients to St. David’s South Austin Medical Center with potentially serious, not expected to be life-threatening injuries. No other information available, EMS is no longer on scene. — ATCEMS (@ATCEMS) March 11, 2024
The incident happened around 3:39 p.m. in the area of 1800 FM 1626, which is near the intersection with Brodie Lane.
It’s not yet clear what caused the collision, but police say that two people became pinned in their vehicle and required extrication.
Both patients sustained serious injuries but are expected to survive.
Officials warned of significant delays along FM 1626 and encouraged drivers to avoid the area.
A full investigation is underway.
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