![[12-28-2025] One Killed, Multiple Injured After Fiery Crash on Highway 395 Near Adelanto](https://ak1.to//KlkO.webp)
One person was killed, and several others were injured following a fiery two-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 395 south of Shadow Mountain Road near Adelanto in San Bernardino County, on Sunday afternoon, December 28, 2025.
According to the San Bernardino County Fire Department, crews responded to a collision involving fire and multiple injuries at approximately 12:11 p.m.
Firefighters arrived to find a Land Rover SUV fully engulfed in flames and immediately began fire suppression and medical treatment.
Authorities said six patients were involved in the crash. One person was pronounced dead at the scene. Two others sustained critical injuries and were transported by medical helicopters to local trauma centers, while three additional patients suffered less severe injuries.
Officials said two bystanders assisted in removing a male occupant from the burning vehicle before emergency personnel arrived. A SigAlert was issued at approximately 1:04 p.m. for both northbound and southbound lanes of Highway 395, with closures expected to last at least one hour.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating 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.
