A three-vehicle collision on Highway 175 near Buckman Drive, east of Hopland, Friday evening left seven people injured, including two with major injuries, one of whom is a pediatric patient. The severity of the crash prompted authorities to declare a mass casualty incident.
A mass casualty incident is defined as an event where the number and severity of casualties overwhelm available emergency medical resources, such as personnel and equipment.
The crash was reported at 6:54 p.m. The incident commander confirmed a total of seven patients at the scene, triggering a large-scale response. Three ground ambulances and two air ambulances were requested to transport the injured.
Tow trucks were called to clear the wreckage, which involved a Toyota Highlander and two other vehicles. The crash caused significant damage and Highway 175 is completed blocked as a result.
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Is there any update on this .. a friends son was in one of the cars .. thank you