One hospitalized after two-vehicle crash in Eugene on Oct. 3
EUGENE — One person was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries following a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of 13th Avenue and Polk Street on Oct. 3.
According to the Eugene Springfield Fire Department, crews were dispatched to the scene shortly after 2 p.m. One vehicle collided with a light pole, affecting the traffic signal at the intersection. The driver of this vehicle required heavy extrication and was subsequently transported to the hospital.
Traffic in the area is heavily congested, and authorities are cautioning drivers to expect delays as emergency personnel continue to respond.
The investigation into the crash is ongoing, with no further details on the circumstances at this time.
Emergency responders include the Eugene Springfield Fire Department and local law enforcement.
For further information, updates will be provided as they become available.