Three vehicle crash on 101 at intersection with Siletz Highway 229
6:35pm One person is unconscious after a three car crash at the intersection of Highway 101 and Highway 229. Reports from the scene is that two vehicles collided at the intersection when a third car came along and smashed into the first two. One driver is unconscious. Unknown extent of injuries.
6:40pm Life Flight has been put on standby pending injury assessments on scene.
6:50pm Sounds like a horrific accident. Anyone approaching the intersection – approach with great caution.
6:54pm Life Flight has been told they’re not required.
6:58pm Those on scene say that 101 will be completely closed for “a bit.” Might get a lane or two open before the whole highway is reopened.
8:05pm Authorities are reopening the highway.
