Silver Spring, MD – Fiery Crash on I-495 near University Blvd & New Hampshire Ave

Silver Spring, MD – Fiery Crash on I-495 near University Blvd & New Hampshire Ave

Posted by: Joanne Holcomb on April 9, 2023

Silver Spring, MD (April 9, 2023) – Just after 8:15 p.m. on April 8, emergency crews were called to the scene of an automobile accident that took place in the Silver Spring area and ended in injuries.

Silver Spring, MD – Fiery Crash on I-495 near University Blvd & New Hampshire AveAccording to officials, vehicles collided on the inner loops of Interstate 495. The accident caused delays in the area between University Boulevard in New Hampshire Avenue, just before exit 28.

At least one vehicle involved in the accident caught on fire. Authorities confirmed that at least one person had to be extricated from the vehicle.

Paramedics were called to care for the victims on-site. Those who required further medical attention were transported to area hospitals.

The circumstances surrounding the accident are currently being investigated.

Our thoughts go out to those who have been harmed in this crash.