A horrific two-vehicle collision on Flint Rock Road in Lakeway left one adult with critical injuries on Monday, according to authorities. The incident, which caused officials to shut down the roadway, occurred in the early afternoon and prompted an intense response from local emergency services.
Austin-Travis County EMS reported that they responded to the crash around 12:33 p.m. near the intersection of Flint Rock Road and Stephanie Lane and found one patient requiring immediate life-saving efforts. The victim was extricated from the damaged vehicle and received CPR as they were rushed to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries, FOX 7 Austin reported.
The severity of the accident prompted the complete closure of Flint Rock Road, forcing traffic to be diverted at Serene Hills Drive. Commuters were advised to steer clear of the area to accommodate the ongoing investigation. The logistics of the traffic flow and duration of the road closure were not immediately provided by the authorities on the scene.
The specific circumstances that led to the devastating accident remain unclear. Law enforcement officials have not yet disclosed details about the cause or the individuals involved, as the investigation into the tragic event continues. A call for information has been issued, and anyone with insight into the collision is encouraged to come forward, according to CBS Austin.
Vehicle Rescue at 16534-16605 Flint Rock Rd (12:33). #ATCEMS & @laketravisfire are on scene of a 2 vehicle collision with one patient requiring extrication. #ATCEMSMedics reporting the patient has now been extricated & declared a Trauma Alert. More information to follow. pic.twitter.com/oiShNrRwXU
— ATCEMS (@ATCEMS) May 13, 2024
