Woodland, CA – CHP Officer Saves Driver From Burning Truck in CA-99 Crash

Woodland, CA (March 31, 2019) – Multiple cars were involved in a crash and a pickup truck had burst into flames on Highway 99 near Pleasant Grove on Friday morning.

California Highway Patrol Officer Guillermo Hernandez was coming home from work when he saw the accident involving a truck on the side of the road. The truck was fully engulfed in flames. Hernandez and some other first responders came to assist any involved parties and mitigate the situation with a fire extinguisher.

The driver, who was trapped on the driver side of his truck, was able to make his way to the passenger seat and was able to get out of the vehicle. The driver was then taken to the hospital with serious injuries.

We wish a speedy recovery to the injured parties in this accident and send them healing thoughts.

Five Common Causes of Car Fires

Your car catching on fire after a major vehicle accident is a terrifying situation. Automobile fires resulted in 764 injuries and 209 deaths between 2006 and 2010. How do cars catch fire? Here are the most prominent causes.

• Design flaws – Certain types of cars are more likely to catch fire. Manufacturer flaws leading to fires include electrical problems, defective batteries, or fuel tank leaks.
• Car accidents – Auto crashes often result in fires. Accidents account for 4% of car fires, but they caused 60% of related fatalities. It depends on where the car is hit, like the gas tank.
• Electrical problems – Electrical and mechanical failures have caused two-thirds of cars catching fire. This includes problems with heated seats, batteries, heating systems, and accessories. Even just a stray wire can cause a fire.
• Overheating engines – If your engine is too hot, it can quickly ignite.
• Overheating catalytic converter – Catalytic converters emit a ton of heat. If there is an issue, they can catch fire, causing damage to both you and your vehicle.

If you get injured in a car fire, immediately seek medical attention. Once the fire has been put out, you may need to contact an attorney to review your case. Take photos of the car, and get information from witnesses.

If you or a loved one suffered severe injuries as a result of a collision, fire then you need guidance to pursue an injury claim. Fires can cause horrific physical and psychological pain, as well as property damage. These injuries may require extensive medical care.

If you have been injured in a car crash resulting in a car fire, you need an attorney who understands these types of accidents and who will fight to be sure that you receive the compensation you deserve. Contact the Brady Law Group at 866-478-6483 to speak with a lawyer who is experienced in freeway accident cases.

Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post, including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.

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.