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If someone needs immediate help with involved in crash, use emergency mode.
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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Your vehicle crashed or you were hit. You may be injured or trapped.
The essentials if you need to act right now.
Turn off engine. Call 112. Stay still if hurt. Exit only if safe.
What might I see? Observable signs — no diagnosis required.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Airbag deployed, broken glass, smoke, or fuel smell.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Pain, confusion, inability to move limbs, or bleeding.
Optional deeper explanation — not required to act.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Impact forces can cause hidden internal bleeding, concussion, or spinal injury.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Airbags, glass, and fuel create immediate secondary hazards after crash.
Check the scene before you approach.
Do not move if you have neck, back, or severe pain unless fire threatens.
Civilian-safe actions you can take.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Turn off engine and hazard lights on if you can reach controls.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Assess: Can you breathe? Can you move fingers and toes?
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112. Stay in vehicle if traffic is heavy and you can breathe.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — If fire or smoke — unbuckle, protect head, exit to safe side.
When and how to get professional help.
Any pain, dizziness, or inability to move needs ambulance.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Focus on calling for help and staying safe. Do not diagnose injuries.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112. Say: "I was in a crash at [location]. I am [injured/not injured]."
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Give vehicle type, number of people, and visible hazards like fuel leak.
Dangerous actions, when not to attempt rescue, and common myths.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT leave the scene before help arrives unless evacuation is necessary.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT remove helmet from a motorcyclist unless they cannot breathe.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — If you feel fine after a crash you do not need a doctor
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Internal bleeding and concussion symptoms can appear hours later. All crash victims need evaluation.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Delayed treatment for internal injuries can be fatal.
Other scenarios in the same family.
Pedestrian hit
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A person walking or crossing was struck by a car, bus, or other vehicle.
Hit and run
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A vehicle struck a person or cyclist and drove away. Victim needs help now.
Motorcycle crash
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A rider has crashed — you are the rider, passenger, or witness.
Train accident
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A train has derailed, collided, or hit a person or vehicle. You are on board or nearby.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — All crash occupants need medical evaluation — adrenaline masks serious injury.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Loss of consciousness, chest pain, or numbness needs immediate ambulance.