![[05-03-2025] Vehicle Crashes Into Creek Off Avila Beach Drive, Two Occupants Rescued](https://ak1.to//2yKr.webp)
Two people were rescued after a vehicle crashed into San Luis Obispo Creek off Avila Beach Drive on Saturday afternoon, May 3, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, officers received a report at approximately 3:05 p.m. of a vehicle about 20 feet off the roadway near the green pedestrian bridge.
The vehicle had overturned and landed on its roof, initially trapping one occupant while another was outside the vehicle.
A short time later, both individuals were safely outside the vehicle, according to the CHP incident log. Emergency crews closed the westbound lanes of Avila Beach Drive around 3:10 p.m. to facilitate the rescue and recovery efforts.
A tow truck was requested to remove the overturned vehicle from the creek. As of 3:40 p.m., traffic was being redirected to northbound Ontario Road while recovery operations continued.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
