The Port Alberni Fire Department responded to a vehicle crash on Highway 4 within the last 48 hours to help occupants get out of the vehicle and manage fallen power lines near Port Alberni, British Columbia. The incident happened on the main road that connects the town to other parts of the island, making a quick response important for everyone’s safety.
Firefighters worked to safely remove the occupants from the vehicle involved in the crash. They also worked closely with BC Hydro to take care of power lines that were knocked down and resting on the road during the emergency.
The highway was closed for a short time to keep drivers and emergency workers safe. This break in traffic allowed the crews to work without the danger of passing cars while they cleared the wreckage and made the area safe again.
Everyone involved in the crash was safely removed from the scene. Since Highway 4 is the only major road into the community, crews worked efficiently to make sure the route was secure so that travel could return to normal for local drivers.
