Major Wreck at El Mirage today

There was a severe wreck this morning involving one of the racers and one of the track volunteers.

It happened at the end of the course and was a head-on collision. Speed was about 80 mph. Both guys were injured, I heard of broken legs, ribs..

One or both were airlifted to the hospital. I hope they survived. The staff was pretty tight-lipped about it.

These fellow rodders and their families need some prayers tonight.

 

WOW...Pray all is well, anyone know them?

 

The car qualified at Bonneville for the 200 mph club, the patrol car was a light blue International Scout II or Travel-all.

 

...uh oh..
Thanks for the info..better make some calls

 

Not good. I hope everyone comes out alright.

 

#511 CBSTR '32 Roadster was the car.<!-- / message -->

 

any more info guys...prayers are def going up to the big guy

 

From SCTA web site:

Donnie Cummins and Jerry Bates were airlifted to hospitals after an accident involving a roadster and a patrol vehicle. The roadster seemed to stray off course due to wind, dust and sun glare. Both are expected to be released in a few days

 

Found this pic of the car.

Click the link
http://www.scta-bni.org/SCTA-NewWeb/El Mirage/ELM 07/June/photos/cars_2/0511.JPG

 

My best wishes for a speedy recovery for all parties involved.

 

My prayers go out to all involved for a speedy recovery