Jefferson, WV (June 24, 2026) – Two people were injured in a collision involving a firetruck and another vehicle in Jefferson on Monday afternoon.
According to the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred at approximately 11:55 a.m. in the 6300 block of MacCorkle Avenue SW. Investigators said a firetruck was backing up when a vehicle struck the side of the truck in a T-bone collision.
The two occupants of the vehicle were taken to a hospital for treatment. Information regarding the extent of their injuries was not released.
No additional details about the people involved were immediately available. The circumstances leading up to the accident have not yet been fully disclosed.
Investigators continue to review the factors that contributed to the collision. We are keeping the injured parties in our thoughts and wish them a speedy recovery.
What Factors Are Commonly Examined in T-Bone Collisions?
T-bone collisions, sometimes called side-impact crashes, occur when the front of one vehicle strikes the side of another. These collisions can occur at intersections, parking areas, private driveways, or anywhere where vehicle paths cross.
Because vehicle sides generally provide less protection than the front or rear, side-impact crashes can cause injuries even at moderate speeds. The severity often depends on vehicle size, speed, point of contact, and whether occupants are seated closest to the struck side.
When investigators review these collisions, they often examine vehicle positions, visibility, traffic flow, and driver actions before contact occurred. Physical evidence, witness statements, and vehicle damage patterns can help establish how the vehicles approached one another and whether either driver had sufficient time to avoid the collision. These details help create a clearer picture of how the crash unfolded.
