A head-on collision on Vancouver highway resulted in injuries that required first aid. According to police, a Ford Focus and Mercedes SUV collided over the centerline of the four-lane highway.
Road collision
Two people are taken to a healthcare facility with life-threatening injuries after an early morning head-on collision in Vancouver’s east and left seven people injured.
The incident occurred on Grandview Highway near Penticton Street. The incident left a segment of the highway closed for most of Friday as the police investigated the scene.
According to the police, the 20-year old male driver of the car and a 19-year old female passenger both from Burnaby were transported to a healthcare facility with life-threatening injuries. The third occupant of the vehicle sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
The four passengers of the Mercedes with ages ranging from 48-70 sustained relatively minor injuries but were also taken to a healthcare facility for further care.
Why basic first aid is vital?
In instances where you are faced with a scenario where a person needs help and there is no medical personnel around, being trained on first aid and CPR is an advantage. Enrolling in first aid and CPR course is essential.
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