Wyalusing Twp., PA – Man Dies Following a Car Accident in Bradford County

Wyalusing Township, PA (January 27, 2025) – A man lost his life after a car crash in Bradford County on January 25.

According to the Pennsylvania State Police, the Clinton County man had been driving west on Route 6 in Wyalusing Township around 8 a.m. when he suddenly veered into the eastbound lane and hit a guide rail and rock embankment. He died during the helicopter flight to the hospital.

State police said after a preliminary review of the crash found the man had suffered a medical emergency at the time of the crash.

Medical Emergencies While Driving: What You Should Know

If you experience a medical emergency while driving, the most important immediate action is to safely pull over to the side of the road or into a parking lot if possible. Turn on your hazard lights as you slow down to alert other drivers. If you’re on a highway, try to make it to the shoulder or, ideally, take the nearest exit to avoid putting yourself and others at risk.

Once safely stopped, put your vehicle in park and shut off the engine. If you’re able to, call emergency services (911 in the United States) immediately. Be prepared to share your exact location – look for mile markers, street signs, or nearby landmarks that can help emergency responders find you quickly. If you have a GPS-enabled phone, emergency services can often locate you through your device.

If you’re experiencing chest pain, severe difficulty breathing, or symptoms of a stroke, staying in your vehicle and waiting for emergency services is typically safer than attempting to drive yourself to a hospital. However, if you feel you can’t wait for an ambulance, and there’s a hospital very close by, you might consider driving there only if your symptoms are mild enough that you can operate the vehicle safely.

Should you be unable to call for help yourself, try to get the attention of others by honking your horn or, if you’re able, lifting your car’s hood to signal that you need assistance. Many modern vehicles also come equipped with emergency assistance buttons that can automatically connect you with help. If you have a medical condition that could lead to emergencies while driving, it’s wise to keep medical information readily accessible in your vehicle, such as in the glove compartment or on a medical ID bracelet.

Consider reaching out to any passengers in your vehicle or calling a family member or friend who might be able to assist or meet emergency responders at your location. Remember that your immediate safety and the safety of others on the road should be your primary concern when handling a medical emergency while driving.

Note: Our team of writers uses secondary sources to produce this post, including local and state media and news sources, regional and state police incident reports, social media platforms, and eyewitness accounts about serious accidents in Pennsylvania. For that reason, if you find any information that is not correct, be sure to contact Munley Law as soon as possible so that we can update the post with the most exact information available. A post will be removed upon request. All information in this post is informational and not intended to be considered legal or medical advice. This post is not a solicitation for business.

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