Pulaski County, KY (August 16, 2026) – Two people were taken to hospitals after a two-vehicle crash on Friday, August 14, on KY 90 near the Bronston community in Pulaski County. The crash was reported with one person trapped inside a vehicle.
Rescue crews arrived and found one person unable to get out of a vehicle. Crews successfully removed the person from the vehicle before transferring them to a waiting helicopter for transport. A second person involved in the crash was also taken for medical care by emergency crews. Officials have not released the condition of either person.
The circumstances surrounding the collision remain under review, and additional details may be released as more information becomes available. We are thinking of both injured people.
What Happens When Someone Is Trapped After a Vehicle Crash?
Entrapment can occur when a vehicle’s structure is damaged during a collision, preventing someone inside from exiting safely. Emergency crews may use specialized equipment to create an opening and remove the trapped person while limiting additional movement.
The need for helicopter transport can depend on the severity of reported injuries, the distance to a suitable medical facility, and other factors at the scene. Crash response may also require traffic control while crews work around damaged vehicles. Information about a person’s medical condition may remain limited until medical providers or officials release additional details.
