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North Myrtle Beach, SC (July 24, 2026) – Several people were hurt in a two-vehicle accident on Thursday morning, July 23, on Highway 31 near Water Tower Road. The collision involved three people and required emergency units to remove occupants from both vehicles.
All three patients were taken to a hospital for treatment. City representatives said each person was in stable condition.
The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation. We hope everyone injured makes a speedy recovery.
How Bent Metal Can Complicate Rescue After a Wreck
Vehicle extrication may be required when doors, roofs, or other parts of a car become bent after contact. Occupants can also become trapped by crushed metal, deployed airbags, or damaged interior components.
Emergency crews may stabilize the vehicle before cutting or spreading frame parts. This process helps prevent further movement while medical teams protect the people inside. The work can take time because every cut must avoid fuel lines, electrical systems, and injured occupants.
Seat position, vehicle design, contact angle, and the amount of damage can all affect whether someone becomes trapped. Even when patients are listed in stable condition, careful removal may still be necessary to reduce added harm. Extrication allows medical care to begin while creating a safe path out of the vehicle.
