Driver Hospitalized Following Rollover Accident with 18-Wheeler On Far Southwest Side: SAN ANTONIO – A driver was hospitalized after a rollover accident involving an 18-wheeler on the Far Southwest Side of Interstate 35 near Fischer Road. The incident occurred around midnight on Wednesday. According to police reports, the accident happened when a van pulled onto the highway but failed to yield to an 18-wheeler already occupying the lane. As a result, the 18-wheeler flipped over, causing both vehicles to end up in the grassy median.
Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene. The driver of the van sustained minor injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. The condition of the 18-wheeler’s driver has not been specified in the initial reports. The incident led to significant disruptions along Interstate 35 as authorities worked to clear the scene and investigate the cause of the accident. Preliminary findings indicate that the van’s failure to yield was a critical factor in the collision.
Authorities are continuing their investigation to gather more details about the circumstances leading up to the crash. They are also reminding drivers of the importance of adhering to traffic laws, especially the rules regarding yielding, to prevent such accidents. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available. The community is urged to exercise caution and remain vigilant while driving, particularly when merging onto highways.
