On the evening of Saturday, July 20, a serious car crash occurred on State Route 203 between Carnation and Duvall.

The head on collision injured both drivers, the only occupants of the vehicles involved.

Prior to the arrival of Eastside Fire & Rescue, Duvall Fire, and Redmond Medics, several citizens began the process of assessing the situation and providing aid to the injured.

After the arrival of firefighters and medical personnel, a couple of the citizens remained involved as the driver of one vehicle was extricated and then transported up a steep incline to a waiting aid unit.

In the midst of the situation we were not able to get the names of the good Samaritans that provided us with the extra hands, which allowed us to accomplish the mission safely and without delay.

We greatly appreciate those who stepped in to help prior to our arrival and during the rescue.

We also appreciate the patience and understanding of the motorists that were impacted as the highway was closed down for as couple hours while the State Patrol and Duvall/Carnation Police did their work.

The fire, medical, and rescue resources in the Valley are limited in numbers and are positioned many miles from each other.

In some instances, the ability for us to accomplish our mission successfully relies on the actions taken by citizens before we arrive, and this event was no exception.

Thanks again to those who quietly stepped in and then melted away into the evening on July 20.

Fire Chief Lee A. Soptich

Eastside Fire and Rescue