Two people sustained injuries and were airlifted to a hospital after being trapped in a burning vehicle that caused a temporary shutdown of eastbound Interstate 80 in Placer County on Thursday afternoon, May 29, 2025.
According to Cal Fire, the incident occurred around 4:50 p.m. near the Blue Canyon Road offramp, west of Emigrant Gap. Emergency crews arrived to find a passenger vehicle on fire off the roadway.
Firefighters extricated both occupants from the burning vehicle and extinguished the fire. The two injured individuals were transported by air ambulance to a nearby hospital for treatment. Their conditions remain unknown at this time.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.