![[12-09-2024] One Killed, Three Injured After Collision Between Sedan and Water Tanker on Highway 198](https://ak1.to//FCs53.webp)
A collision between a sedan and a water tanker left one person dead and three others injured, including a two-year-old, in Tulare County on Monday afternoon, December 9, 2024.
The Visalia California Highway Patrol reported that the crash occurred at approximately 2:10 p.m. on Highway 198 near the Highway 99 interchange.
The sedan was traveling eastbound on Highway 198 alongside the water tanker when the two vehicles collided for reasons that remain under investigation.
The Tulare County Fire Department shows the sedan overturned and lodged underneath the tanker.
Authorities confirmed that one individual died at the scene. Three other occupants, including a two-year-old, were transported to a nearby hospital with injuries ranging from mild to moderate.
CHP officers continue their investigation into the cause of the crash.
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.
