Three individuals have been identified as victims of a fatal car crash on California's notorious Highway 1, known as "Devil's Slide." The cause of the accident remains under investigation.
In a tragic incident that occurred on Friday, July 27th, three individuals lost their lives after the car they were traveling in plummeted over a cliff in California's San Mateo County. The victims have been identified as Mohammad Noory, 29, and Angelica Gacho, 28, both of San Francisco, and Brylyn Aroma, 36, of Fort Riley, Kansas.
The accident took place around 11:40 a.m. on Highway 1 near the Tom Lantos Tunnels. A gray, two-door sedan was reported to have gone off the roadway and down a cliff. The highway was temporarily closed as emergency responders attended to the scene.
Tragic Accident on California's "Devil's Slide" Claims Three Lives
Recovery efforts were hindered by high tide conditions and cold water temperatures, leading to the car being recovered on Saturday. The vehicle was found flipped on its roof, submerged in water, and three individuals were pulled from the wreckage.
The cliff, known locally as "Devil's Slide," is approximately 300 to 400 feet high and is characterized by rocky edges and winding roads. The area has a history of accidents due to its challenging terrain.
Tragic Accident on California's "Devil's Slide" Claims Three Lives
The cause of the crash is still under investigation by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). The CHP has not yet released any information regarding the potential factors that contributed to the accident.
Local and state authorities expressed their condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims. The community is mourning the loss of three lives in this tragic incident.
Tragic Accident on California's "Devil's Slide" Claims Three Lives
The stretch of Highway 1 known as "Devil's Slide" has been the site of numerous fatal accidents in the past. In 2013, a 23-year-old woman was killed when her car went off the road and down the cliff. Two years later, in 2015, a 30-year-old man died in a similar accident.
Safety concerns have been raised about the "Devil's Slide" section of Highway 1, and local residents have called for improvements to the roadway. Some have suggested adding guardrails or widening the road, but no significant changes have been made to date.
Tragic Accident on California's "Devil's Slide" Claims Three Lives
The accident on Friday serves as a chilling reminder of the dangers posed by hazardous roads and the importance of safe driving practices. As the investigation into the crash continues, authorities will seek to determine the cause and consider ways to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
