A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in El Dorado County when a family’s Sunday drive turned fatal. Two parents lost their lives in a horrific solo-vehicle crash after their car struck a tree on Highway 50. The California Highway Patrol reported that the accident occurred just east of Kyburz at around 3:11 p.m.
In the vehicle were their two children, an 8-year-old boy and an 11-year-old girl, who sustained major injuries and required hours for rescuers to extract them from the wreckage. Despite the best efforts of first responders, the parents were pronounced dead at the scene—a tragic reminder of how quickly life can change.
Following the incident, Highway 50 was temporarily closed for rescue operations but has since reopened for traffic. The community is likely left to reflect on this devastating event, hoping for speedy recoveries for the young survivors and processing the deep sense of loss felt by all. It’s a stark wake-up call about the perils of driving—be safe out there!
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