SALISBURY TOWNSHIP, Meigs County, Ohio, Oct. 19, 2026 — Two people were hospitalized after a single-vehicle rollover on Saturday evening, October 17, on Hiland Road in Salisbury Township, Ohio. Both were flown from the scene by helicopter, according to the Pomeroy Fire Department and Firemen's Association.
The crash was reported just before 5:15 p.m. near the intersection of Hiland Road and Laurel Cliff Road. A preliminary investigation indicated the vehicle went through a guardrail, traveled down a short embankment, and landed upside down in a creek bed.
Both occupants managed to get out of the vehicle on their own and made their way into a nearby yard before crews arrived. Two medical helicopters were called to the scene and carried both patients to hospitals. Their conditions have not been released.
Meigs County EMS, the Meigs County Sheriff's Office, the Ohio State Highway Patrol, 33 Auto, and MedFlight all responded, according to the fire department. The circumstances that led the vehicle to leave the roadway remain under investigation, and no further details have been released.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are rollover crashes so dangerous?
A rollover can throw occupants against the roof, windows, or each other as the vehicle turns over, and the roof itself can cave in under the weight of the impact. Multiple impact points during a single crash raise the chance of serious injury compared to a typical collision.
Which vehicles are most prone to rolling over?
Taller, narrower vehicles with a higher center of gravity, such as SUVs, pickups, and vans, are more likely to tip over than low-slung passenger cars, especially if a tire blows out or the driver overcorrects at speed.
Does wearing a seat belt matter in a rollover?
Yes. A seat belt keeps occupants inside the vehicle and away from the roof and windows as it turns over. People who are not belted are far more likely to be partially or fully ejected, which raises the risk of severe or fatal injury.
What is a "tripped" rollover?
That's when something, usually a curb, guardrail, soft shoulder, or embankment, catches a tire or the undercarriage and flips the vehicle rather than the vehicle rolling from speed or steering alone. Many single-vehicle rollovers that leave the roadway fall into this category.
What to Do After a Rollover Crash in Salisbury Township, Ohio
If you're involved in a rollover, try to stay still for a moment and check for pain or numbness before moving, since adrenaline can mask injuries. Call 911 even if you're able to get out on your own, and let paramedics evaluate you at the scene. Some injuries, including concussions and internal bleeding, don't show symptoms right away, so a follow-up visit with a doctor in the days after is worth the trouble. Keep any paperwork from EMS, the fire department, or the sheriff's office, and if you're able, note where the vehicle left the road and any conditions that stood out, since that information can matter later.
