2-Vehicle Crash on Highway 12 Led to Injuries [Elma, WA]

Elma, WA (July 14, 2025) – 2 motorists were hurt after a 2-vehicle crash on Highway 12 involving an emergency vehicle response on Saturday morning.

According to authorities, the collision occurred around 10:40 a.m. near State Route 8.

Reports say that a 79-year-old woman from Hoquiam and a 32-year-old woman from Washington, D.C., were both heading east when they encountered an emergency vehicle with active lights and sirens.

According to the Washington State Patrol, the younger driver safely yielded to the emergency vehicle, but the Hoquiam driver did not slow down in time and rear-ended her vehicle.

Medical responders transported both women to Summit Pacific Medical Center in Elma for treatment.

Drive Safely and Prevent Accidents

Traffic collisions can happen anytime, but their impact lasts a lifetime. Stay alert, avoid distractions, and never drive under the influence. Always wear your seatbelt, obey speed limits, and be mindful of pedestrians and cyclists. Keep a safe distance between vehicles and adjust your speed for road conditions.

Yielding to emergency vehicles is not just the law—it’s essential for everyone’s safety. Stay alert, slow down, and make room to prevent unnecessary accidents. If you’ve been hurt in a crash, let Sweet Lawyers help you understand your legal options.

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Steps to Take When You’ve Been in a Car Accident

If you get into a traffic accident, it can be a frightening situation and many people do not know what to do afterwards, which may have a big impact on your safety as well as your rights.

First, assess yourself and others for injuries. If anyone is hurt, call 911 immediately. If you can move your vehicle, do so in a safe location, and put on your hazard lights to warn other drivers. Exchange details with the other driver such as names, numbers, insurance company information, and license plate numbers. (And if there are witnesses nearby, try to get their information, too.)

Photograph the scene, damage to the vehicles and any injuries. If the damage appears to be minor, document everything anyway.

Then get medical care — even if you feel fine. Some injuries can have a delayed presentation. Lastly, reach out to a seasoned personal injury lawyer, such as the Sweet Lawyers. They’ll explain your legal rights and navigate the insurance claims process, so you can focus on what’s most important.

Those minutes after a crash are critical. Staying calm, acting swiftly and figuring out what kind of aid is available could help protect your health, your finances and your future.

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