INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[06-10-2025] Santa Barbara County, CA – Two Injured, Brush Fire Ignited in Three-Vehicle Crash on Highway 154 Near Paradise Road

Two people were injured, and a brush fire was sparked following a three-vehicle crash in Santa Barbara County on Tuesday afternoon, June 10, 2025.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred around 11:40 a.m. on Highway 154 near Paradise Road.

Emergency crews responded to the scene, where two people with moderate to major injuries were transported to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital by ambulance.

One of the vehicles caught fire after the crash, and flames spread to a nearby hillside, igniting a half-acre vegetation fire. Firefighters contained the fire by 12:35 p.m. using hose lines, hand tools, and aerial water drops.

Caltrans temporarily closed Highway 154 in both directions between Highway 192 and Highway 246. No estimate for reopening was immediately available.

The crash and fire remain under investigation.

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.