![[12-16-2024] One Injured After Fiery Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-5 in Castaic](https://ak1.to//u3e6.webp)
One person was hospitalized with burn injuries following a fiery multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 5 in Castaic, Los Angeles County, early Monday morning, December 16, 2024.
According to Officer Carlos Burgos-Lopez of the California Highway Patrol Newhall Office, the crash occurred at approximately 8:39 a.m. on the northbound lanes of I-5, south of Parker Road. Two vehicles caught fire as a result of the collision.
Personnel from the Los Angeles County Fire Department responded to the scene, and one individual with burn injuries was transported to a nearby hospital, Fire Department spokesperson Geovanni Sanchez reported. Observations on the scene indicated that one of the vehicles involved was a white truck.
The cause of the incident is still under investigation by the CHP.
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.
