A collision between a bus and car on Highway 99 near Squamish, B.C., left one person in critical condition, prompting a forensic investigation.
Collision on Sea to Sky Highway Sends One to Hospital
One person was taken to the hospital in critical condition after a collision involving a bus and a car on the Sea to Sky Highway. This incident occurred between Squamish, B.C., and Whistler on Wednesday.
Investigation and Response
The Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Services (ICARS) was called to investigate the scene. ICARS handles the forensic reconstruction of collisions that lead to serious injury or death between Pemberton and Boston Bar.
BCEHS information officer Brian Twaites reported that three ambulances, an advanced care paramedic response unit, and a paramedic supervisor responded to the incident. “Paramedics provided emergency medical care and transported one patient to meet another ground ambulance with critical care paramedics who then took over care and transported the patient to the hospital in critical condition,” Twaites stated.
Injury Details
Sea to Sky RCMP Cpl. Katrina Boehmer mentioned that the specifics of the injuries sustained were unknown as of Wednesday afternoon.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Sea to Sky Highway, between Squamish, B.C., and Whistler |
| Incident Date | Wednesday |
| Injured Person Condition | Critical |
| Response Units | Three ambulances, advanced care paramedic unit, paramedic supervisor |
| Investigation Agency | Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Services (ICARS) |
| Injury Details Status | Unknown as of Wednesday afternoon |
