Single Vehicle Rollover

Thursday Night Golden Valley Firefighters responded to a single vehicle rollover in the 3800 block of Colorado Road.  Captain David Martin stated firefighters discovered a mid-size SUV that rolled with eight occupants, two of which required extrication.  Boarder Patrol Agents on scene assisted with the language barrier.  Captain Martin said a total of five ambulances were needed. Four from River Medical, one from Bullhead City Fire and one helicopter was required to transport the patients. The 21 year old male transported by helicopter went to Sunrise Medical Center with critical injuries, six went to Kingman Regional Medical Center and the last patient went to Western Regional Medical Center in Bullhead City. Scene was turned over to Mohave County Sheriff Office for investigation.

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Golden Valley Firefighter Robert Cole looks on as Joe Wise from Solar Traffic Controls installs the final touches to fire department warning signs.

This week Golden Valley Fire will begin using two new traffic warning devices on Hwy-68 at Mayer Road. In a cooperative agreement with ADOT, Golden Valley Fire secured the warning lights that were previously located at the entrance to Black Mountain Elementary School in Golden Valley.  Fire Chief Tom O’Donohue said after the entrance to the school was closed, it was the perfect opportunity to utilize the lights to warn motorists for both east and westbound traffic. With the addition of the highway standard picture of a fire engine, the warning lights are activated by firefighters to give advanced warning that an emergency vehicle is entering the intersection.  O’Donohue added, “As highway usage increases, these warning lights add yet another layer of safety for motorists and firefighters on Hwy-68 to warn of oncoming fire apparatus.” The total cost to the Fire District was approximately $3,800 and because they are solar powered, even monthly electrical costs were avoided.