Emergency Crews Respond to Vehicle Rescue on US 183

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 11, 2023 – Emergency services are currently responding to a critical incident involving a collision between a vehicle and an 18-wheeler on the northbound lanes of US 183 Highway, between addresses 11233 and 11417. The crash has resulted in a confirmed pin-in situation.

Initial reports suggest that the patient involved in the crash is unconscious. Extrication procedures have begun, with emergency personnel on site working meticulously to safely remove the individual from the vehicle. STARFlight, the emergency helicopter service, has also been dispatched to the location to provide rapid medical assistance once the patient is extricated.

As the situation is dynamically evolving, the authorities are urging the public to avoid the area to facilitate the smooth operation of the rescue mission. Motorists are also being advised to comply with the #MoveOverSlowDown directive to ensure the safety of the rescue teams on the ground.

Further details on the condition of the patient and the circumstances surrounding the collision are expected to be released as the operation progresses. The public and the media are encouraged to stay tuned for updates as the rescue mission unfolds.