INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[02-01-2025] Santa Barbara County, CA – Two Men Seriously Injured After Vehicle Plunges Off Gibraltar Road

Two men were seriously injured when their vehicle veered off Gibraltar Road and plunged approximately 100 feet into a creek in the mountains above Santa Barbara on Saturday afternoon, February 1, 2025.

According to the Santa Barbara County Fire Department, emergency personnel responded to the scene near Flores Flat at approximately 3:15 p.m. Firefighters found the overturned vehicle resting on its roof in a creek below the roadway.

Rescue crews established a rope system to lower personnel to the crash site, while a firefighter/paramedic was deployed from a county helicopter.

One of the injured men was able to extricate himself from the wreckage. He was hoisted into the helicopter, transferred to an ambulance waiting on the roadway, and taken to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. The second man had to be freed from the vehicle before being airlifted directly to the hospital.

Both victims sustained moderate injuries. Their identities and current conditions have not been released.

The California Highway Patrol is investigating the incident.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

Check yourself for any injuries.
Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
Seek immediate medical attention.
Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.