Written by Woman Injured in Dramatic Collision with Camper Van in Arrecife
A 61-year-old woman was taken to the hospital on Sunday, March 2, after a serious traffic accident in Arrecife, Lanzarote. The collision occurred on Rambla Medular, a major thoroughfare in the city, when the woman’s car crashed into a stationary camper van, causing it to be pushed into another parked vehicle.
According to local reports, the driver lost consciousness behind the wheel, leading to the loss of control and the resulting crash. The impact was significant, drawing the attention of bystanders who quickly alerted emergency services. The Consorcio de Seguridad y Emergencias de Lanzarote and the Policía Local responded promptly to secure the area and manage traffic disruption.
The woman suffered multiple minor injuries and was transported to Hospital Universitario Doctor José Molina Orosa by a Basic Life Support ambulance provided by the Servicio de Urgencias Canario (SUC). Emergency responders assessed her condition at the scene before transferring her for further medical care.
Firefighters worked to clear the debris and remove the damaged vehicles from the road to restore normal traffic flow. Authorities have launched an investigation into the exact circumstances of the accident, including the possibility of a medical episode leading to the driver’s loss of consciousness.
This incident underscores the importance of quick emergency response and public awareness in preventing further complications in such accidents. Local authorities are reminding drivers to remain vigilant and seek medical evaluation if they feel unwell while driving.