4 People Ejected From Their Car after a Vehicle Rollover in San Antonio
Four people were heavily injured after a rollover accident early Thursday morning of last week.
Incident Details
- According to KENS5, the crash happened Thursday morning in San Antonio on Braun Road and Loop 1604 around 1 a.m.
- The driver lost control of the car causing it to roll into the median of 1604 before crashing into a light pole.
- Two women and two men were ejected from the car and taken to a local hospital in critical condition, officials say.
- Police did not say what might have caused the driver to crash. Portions of the highway were briefly closed while authorities investigated.
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Eliminate Distractions
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Practice Defensive Driving
- Maintain situational awareness: Continuously scan the road ahead and use mirrors to stay aware of surrounding traffic. Be vigilant for potential hazards and prepared to react accordingly.
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- Obey traffic regulations: Respect speed limits, follow traffic signals and signs, and always use turn signals. Avoid aggressive driving behaviors such as tailgating or weaving between lanes.
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