Haverstraw, NY (March 1, 2026) – Several people were hurt Friday night, February 27, after a rollover crash on the Palisades Interstate Parkway in Haverstraw.
Emergency units responded to the crash in the evening hours. Crews from the Spring Hill Community Ambulance Corps arrived and assessed the victims at the scene.
The injured were reported to have minor injuries and were taken to Westchester Medical Center for treatment. Officials have not released the identities of those involved.
The cause of the rollover remains unclear as of Sunday afternoon, and further information about the crash has not been released. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
Why Rollover Crashes Can Cause Multiple Injuries
Rollover crashes often occur when a vehicle tips onto its side or roof during a collision or loss of control. These crashes can be more dangerous than standard accidents because passengers may be thrown around inside the vehicle.
Vehicles with higher centers of gravity, such as SUVs and trucks, are more prone to rolling over in sharp turns or sudden maneuvers. Even at low speeds, a rollover can result in multiple injuries if occupants strike the interior or are partially ejected.
Seat belts and airbags help reduce the risk of serious harm, but passengers can still suffer bumps, bruises, or fractures. Emergency responders carefully evaluate all involved and transport anyone who needs hospital care.
Rollover crashes often require road closures while crews stabilize the vehicle, check for additional hazards, and clear the scene, helping prevent further accidents in the area.
