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A four-car accident in Fishkill on Wednesday night (July 23) resulted in a Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) being declared. The crash occurred on Route 9 near Clove Road, close to the New York State Department of Transportation yard. According to Mid Hudson News, there were 15 people involved in the accident, with four individuals suffering serious injuries.
First responders from Dutchess and Putnam County quickly arrived at the scene. A medevac helicopter was called to transport at least one victim to Westchester Medical Center. The report noted that one person was trapped in their vehicle and had to be extricated by firefighters, while another individual was ejected from their car.
Authorities are seeking any witnesses to the crash and have requested that those with information contact the New York State Police at 845-677-7300.