2 Injured, Car Crashes Into Semi-Truck Amid Fire on Highway 46 near Kecks Road [Lost Hills, CA]

2 Hospitalized, Vehicle Crashes Into Semi-Truck During Fire on Highway 46 in Lost Hills

 
LOST HILLS, CA (September 21, 2023) — Two people were injured when their car crashed into a semi-truck during a fire on Highway 46 near Kecks Road.
 
According to the Kern County Fire Department, the fire broke out around 8:17 a.m. Wednesday. Upon responding, firefighters found a semi-truck on fire, which not only engulfed the semi-truck but spread to a quarter of an acre of grass.
 
Soon after, a 52-year-old man driving a Peterbilt in the No. 2 lane slowed down as he approached the semi-truck that was on fire. However, a 68-year-old man operating a Ford Econoline did not stop in time and crashed into the rear of the Peterbilt. Upon impact, the Ford overturned on its side and slid into a Kern County fire truck on the right shoulder.
 
The driver of the Ford suffered minor injuries, but his passenger — a 48-year-old woman — sustained life-threatening wounds. Paramedics took both patients to a hospital.
 
At this time, officers do not know what caused the fire or the factors leading to the crash. However, if anyone has more information, please call the authorities.
 
You take a risk every time you drive. Remember this to increase your awareness of your surroundings. Adjust your speed and make more space to accommodate sudden traffic conditions. This way, you can respond within a reasonable time.

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