One adult female patient required heavy extrication after her vehicle sustained a secondary collision with a large business sign, resulting in significant intrusion into the passenger compartment

VANCOUVER — At about 10:16 p.m. Sunday (May 3), the Vancouver Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a multi-vehicle collision involving three vehicles on Mill Plain Boulevard in the area of SE 124th Avenue.

Upon arrival, crews found a complex scene spanning several blocks with multiple patients requiring medical attention. Due to the scale and severity of the incident, the first-arriving fire engine requested additional resources, including a second fire engine, a ladder truck, a Battalion Chief, and three ambulances.

One adult female patient required heavy extrication after her vehicle sustained a secondary collision with a large business sign, resulting in significant intrusion into the passenger compartment. The vehicle came to rest between two structural pillars, necessitating rapid and coordinated rescue efforts. Firefighters removed the entire passenger side of the vehicle while simultaneously providing medical care to the patient.

Once extricated, the patient was stabilized, packaged, and transported via ambulance to PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center. A Vancouver Fire Department paramedic and captain accompanied the ambulance crew to provide advanced life support during the emergency transport.

Additional patients from the incident were evaluated and transported by ambulance as needed.

The Vancouver Police Department assisted at the scene by managing traffic control and conducting an investigation into the cause of the collision.

Safety reminder

The Vancouver Fire Department reminds all drivers to remain vigilant, avoid distractions, and obey posted speed limits — especially at night when visibility is reduced. Serious crashes can happen in seconds, but their consequences can last a lifetime. Always wear your seatbelt and drive responsibly to protect yourself and others on the road.

Information provided by the Vancouver Fire Department.