The quick action of several Good Samaritans is being credited with saving the life of a driver whose vehicle lost control Saturday on a residential street in Port Coquitlam.
A black pickup truck caught fire after the driver lost control of the vehicle in the 1000-block of Victoria Drive shortly after 5 p.m.
"The consequences could be unthinkable if not for the quick action of Good Samaritans in the area to put out the fire," said Coquitlam RCMP Cpl. Jamie Chung.
Chung said the driver sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to hospital. Investigators do not believe that alcohol was a factor in the crash.
Anyone who saw the accident is asked to call the Coquitlam RCMP's non-emergency line at 604-945-1550 and quote file number 2011-31298.
TAKE CARE, POLICE URGE PEDESTRIANS
With less daylight and darker fall and winter days coming, the Coquitlam RCMP is reminding both drivers and pedestrians to stay safe when on the road.
Bright clothes and caution can go a long way toward savings lives, particularly when crossing streets after dark, when visibility is limited, said Kathleen Nadalin, ICBC road safety co-ordinator.
"Winter weather is on the way and we are reminding pedestrians to take extra caution when they are crossing the road," she said. "Make eye contact with drivers to be sure that they have seen you, especially when visibility is limited due to darkness or weather."
Nadalin added that drivers also need to take extra care and be on alert for pedestrians. She said motorists should slow down, keep their distance and plan ahead to allow extra time for possible delays.
Community Police Station volunteers were handing out reflective wrist bands earlier this week to highlight the importance of staying visible on the road.
For more information go to www.icbc.com.
