On August 1st, 2009 a report of a single-vehicle roll-over accident was dispatched to Station 1 with Squad 1, Rescue 1 , and Battalion 1 responding to the scene of the accident.  As noted below, one vehicle was found turned over at the scene.  The operator of the vehicle was initially reported to be pinned under the vehicle, but when units arrived on scene, the passenger was easily freed and found to be mobile.

It's fortunate that airbags deployed and the passenger had been wearing their seatbelt. Without these safety features, the impact was great enough to cause major injury or death. We're thankful that this vehicle had impacted a tree and not another vehicle.  One patient was transported to NWMC for additional medical care. 

Speed is a constant killer with motor vehicle accidents. This accident is an example of how rushing to your destination can sometimes prevent you from arriving safely. Please choose to drive safely when traveling these technical Bella Vista roadways.