Accident on 78

Tonight we responded to an accident with injuries to highway 78 between Yancey Road and Arnoldsville Road. The Cause of the accident was due to a tree down in the roadway just around the tight corner, making it very difficult to see. The tree, approximately 2-3 foot in diameter, layed down on the road just as a motorcycle was approaching. The status of the driver as of now is unknown, however EMS and First responders were on scene immediately giving care and transporting the driver. We assisted the Sheriffs Office with traffic control, and then later cleaned the streets to allow them to re-open.

On this note, please, I cannot stress enough, slow down when you see flashing emergency lights. Yes something is going on, WOW the lights are pretty, But what most people do not seem to realize is that someones mother or father maybe working on the same road. We do not have flashing lights on our gear. We do have reflective striping on us, but you are not looking for those, the bright flashing thingys are hypnotic. Remember, someone drove that bright attention grabber to the scene, others are riding on it. They are probably not sitting inside it where they are safe. They are on the roads, working to save lives and property. Please, show some respect and slow down to a crawl when approaching the scene, no-one will get upset with you for taking your time, in fact we all appreciate it. What we are doing is dangerous enough, please dont add to our danger with your high dollar emergency services pinball machine. Please help us in making sure ALL of us come home safe.

Thank you all,
Emergency Services