Vehicle Accident Update - Cathedral Oaks Rd, Goleta
At approximately 11:39 AM,
@SBCFireInfo responded to a single-vehicle collision involving a deer on Cathedral Oaks Road between Los Carneros and Storke Roads. The deer was killed on impact, and the two occupants initially reported no injuries.
While crews were en route Code 3, both occupants exited the vehicle. The female occupant walked to the front of her vehicle to check on the deer and assess damage. At that moment, a second vehicle rear-ended her car, pushing it forward and striking her. She sustained major injuries and was transported by ground ambulance to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. No other injuries were reported. The cause remains under investigation.
Safety Reminders:
• If your vehicle becomes disabled in the roadway, exit safely and move to a secure location away from traffic.
• Avoid distracted driving — it only takes a second to cause serious harm.
Cathedral Oaks Road is now open. Fire crews have cleared the scene, though
@SBSheriff and @CHP_Goleta may remain for the investigation.
Please drive safely and stay alert.