Two ‘miraculously’ escape mangled SUV after brutal crash, California rescuers say

Two people “miraculously” escaped the wreckage of an SUV sheared in half during a horrific solo crash, California firefighters reported.

Firefighters responding to the crash at about 1 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, found the two occupants of the SUV sitting on the curb, Newport Beach firefighters said in a news release.

“Miraculously both occupants of the vehicle self-extricated prior to the arrival of emergency responders,” firefighters said.

The SUV hit two light poles and crashed into a tree, shearing off the engine compartment, firefighters said. Emergency crews doused an engine fire.

The rest of the wreckage was found 20 feet down the road, firefighters said. A tire was found in a nearby property.

The two occupants were taken to a hospital in stable condition, firefighters said. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

“Wow! They are both extremely lucky and blessed to have survived that with little injury,” read one comment on the Instagram post.

“Dear lord that looks awful,” read another comment.

Firefighters warned drivers to be extra careful during the holiday season.

“Please slow down, stay focused, and drive responsibly,” firefighters said.

This story was originally published November 25, 2024 at 11:00 AM with the headline "Two ‘miraculously’ escape mangled SUV after brutal crash, California rescuers say."