Fiery Crash on SR 30 Traps Driver, Ejects Passenger

March 14, 2026 | Fort Ann, NY

A severe car crash on State Route 30 near mile marker 1179 turned deadly when the vehicle struck a pole and burst into flames, trapping one occupant inside while another was thrown from the car. The fire chief at the scene urgently called for mutual aid to support rescue operations and requested a helicopter for medical evacuation. Emergency responders raced against the fire to free the victims.

Chief on Scene reps car into pole on fire W/ Entrapment & ejjection. Request Mutual Aid for an addi rescue & Request helo.

The crash occurred on March 14 at approximately 7:59 p.m. Authorities have not disclosed the victims' conditions or the cause of the incident, as an investigation continues.

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