Austin Traffic Alert: Major Crash on US 183 Leads to Complete Shutdown of All Lanes

Incident Overview

Tragedy struck Austin’s roadways yesterday as a major accident resulted in the full shutdown of both southbound and northbound lanes on U.S. 183 at Burleson Road. The detailed circumstances surrounding the crash are still under investigation; however, preliminary reports indicate that it occurred shortly before 5 p.m.

Emergency Response and Casualties

Within moments of the crash, medics from Austin-Travis County EMS arrived on the scene and began tending to the injured. Complicating the rescue efforts was a reported pin-in situation. Undeterred, these brave emergency responders quickly sprang into action.

Additional support was provided by the Austin Fire Department and the elite Travis County STAR Flight team. The individual pinned by the wreckage was carefully extricated and swiftly airlifted to Dell Seton for immediate medical attention. Medics described the individual’s condition as seriously injured.

Aside from the pinned individual, another person was reported injured due to the crash. They were promptly transported to St. David’s South Medical Center with less severe injuries. The speedy response of the emergency teams ensured that the causalities were minimal.

Traffic Impact

The accident resulted in significant traffic disruption, prompting authorities to advise drivers to expect extended delays and seek alternate routes while the investigation and cleanup operations were underway. Information about when normal traffic would resume was not immediately available.

Appeal for Information

As investigations about the crash continue, authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. At this point, the cause of the crash remains unknown, prompting law enforcement agents to call for dashcam footage or eyewitness accounts that could shed light on the circumstances that led to the incident.

Final Thoughts

This unfortunate event is a grim reminder of the importance of vigilant and safe driving. As we continue to learn more about this incident, we reiterate our best wishes to the victims of the crash, hoping they experience a swift and complete recovery.

Motorists are also reminded to maintain a safe speed, stay alert, and exercise caution on the roads to ensure their safety and that of other road users. Particularly during this summer season, when road usage typically increases, it remains critical for all drivers to commit to safe driving practices.

Investigation about the cause of the accident is ongoing and more information will be provided as it becomes available. Please stay tuned for traffic updates, particularly if your commute involves the stretch of US 183 near Burleson Road.