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Colorado Springs, CO (July 10, 2026) – One person was seriously injured on Wednesday morning, July 8, after a traffic collision on southbound Powers Boulevard in Colorado Springs. The public update was issued around 10:38 a.m.
Emergency units were working on southbound Powers Boulevard after a car became lodged under a semi-trailer. The person inside the car was trapped but was later removed.
The injured person was taken to a hospital with serious injuries. The police said all southbound lanes of Powers Boulevard were closed at Barnes Road after the accident.
Further details about the wreck were not immediately available as investigators continued reviewing what led to the car and semi-trailer coming together.
We hope the injured person receives steady care during recovery.
Why Underride Crashes Involving Semi-Trailers Can Be Severe
Crashes involving cars and semi-trailers can be especially dangerous because of the height difference between the vehicles. When a smaller car slides under part of a trailer, the upper section of the car may take much of the force.
These collisions can also make rescue work more difficult. A trapped person may need careful removal because the vehicle can be crushed, pinned, or unstable. Crews may need extra space to work safely around the truck, trailer, and damaged car.
Closures usually follow serious semi-trailer accidents because lanes must stay clear for medical care, vehicle removal, and traffic control. Later updates may clarify the vehicle positions, road conditions, and how long southbound traffic was affected.
