![[05-30-2024] Two People Seriously Injured After Bus Vs. Vehicle Collision Along Highway 154](https://ak1.to//mGwJ.webp)
Two people were seriously injured after a bus vs. vehicle collision in Santa Barbara County late Thursday night, May 30, 2024.
According to the Santa Barbara County Fire Department, the accident happened at about 11:25 p.m. on Highway 155 near Stagecoach Road.
The authorities confirmed that the crash involved a bus from the Chumash Casino Resort and a pickup truck. Based on the pictures taken on the crash site, the bus had significant damage on its front end, particularly on the driver’s side.
The total number of people involved was not disclosed, but two people were confirmed to be seriously injured. The driver of the pickup truck, an adult male, and a woman who was on the bus reportedly sustained moderate injuries.
Both injured individuals were taken via an AMR ambulance to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. The patients’ names and current conditions were not available at this time.
Highway 154 was closed off in both directions for an hour and a half following the collision.
Additional information was not immediately available, and the authorities are still gathering all the necessary details to determine the factors leading up to the highway accident.
The investigation is underway.
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.
