Update Traffic Collision 02/04/2017

Update Traffic Collision; 08:40PM; SB 101 FY X Barham Blvd (N of Highland Av); internal:/; #Hollywood; A van broke through a barrier near the Barham Blvd overpass and launched over the NB 101 Fwy lanes, and landed on the center median and into a 2nd vehicle on the SB lanes causing significant damage to both vehicles. A 3rd vehicle suffered minor damage and no occupants were injured. The van had 3 occupants: (Patient 1) Approx 50 y/o F and (Patient 2) approx 60 y/o F, sadly both determined dead on-scene, the third occupant was (Patient 3) an approximate 60 y/o M who was transported in critical condition. The 2nd vehicle, which was struck by the van had 1 occupant, (Patient 4) a 48 y/o M, that was transported in serious to critical condition. LAFD Heavy Rescue apparatus lifted the van so firefighters could ensure no other victims were trapped underneath. LAFD is making themselves available from the scene for other emergencies. Conclusive incident details including the cause of the significant collision will be determined by the LAPD and CHP investigation. Commuters should avoid the area due to significant traffic congestion; FS 76; Batt 5; West Bureau; Council District 4; Erik Scott

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