Burney, CA- Forest Service Truck Involved in Head-On Crash on Highway 299

Burney, CA (May 2, 2019)- The California Highway Patrol reported a crash that took place on Highway 299 close to Tamarack Avenue that left 11 people injured. The crash happened at approximately 4:45 pm on Tuesday and involved a U.S. Forest Service firefighting crew’s truck, a 2008 International model service truck.

A 1996 Lexus and the U.S. Forest Service truck struck each other when the Lexus, which was driving east, moved into the opposing lane. This caused the Lexus to hit the westward traveling Forest Service truck head-on. The Forest Service truck subsequently overturned onto the embankment of the highway.

The Lexus driver, 66-year-old McArthur resident Linda L. Corr sustained major injuries and was taken to Mercy Medical Center in Redding.

Two passengers in the truck, 31-year-old Philip Taylor and 28-year-old Patrick Larkin, received major injuries. Taylor was brought to Mercy Medical Center while Larkin was taken to Shasta Regional Medical Center.

The Forest Service truck was transporting a “hotshot” firefighting crew. The truck’s driver, 36-year-old Isaac Obst, as well as other hotshot members Michael Cagle, 27; Andrew Edens, 26; Gris Graves, 33; Stephani Kopfman, 25; and Daniel Robinson, 33 received minor injuries and were taken to St. Elizabeth’s in Red Bluff for medical treatment.

Highway 299 was closed for about two hours in order for an investigation to commence and for removal of the damaged vehicles.

The cause of the crash is under investigation.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time.  We hope for full recoveries.

What to Do After a Crash With a Government Vehicle in California

In the case above, a firefighting truck became involved in a crash with another vehicle. If a government vehicle crash happens to you, you might wonder about the process you need to follow. After the crash, be sure to call the police and file a police report. Even if you do not show immediate signs of injury, you should visit your doctor or an emergency room as soon as possible after the accident. Finally, be aware that you may have to file a claim against the government in order to receive any compensation due to your injuries.

This experience can become confusing and stressful. Working with an experienced accident attorney will assure you that the process is completed correctly and your rights are aggressively protected. The attorneys at the Brady Law Group have almost thirty years of successfully obtaining multi-million dollar settlements for our clients. Call us today at 866-478-6483.

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Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident.