Wallkill, NY (July 24, 2025) – A motor vehicle accident with injuries occurred Thursday morning on Route 17 Westbound near Exit 120, disrupting traffic and prompting a swift emergency response from Silver Lake Fire and other local rescue units. The crash was reported around 11:46 a.m. in the Town of Wallkill, just west of the Route 211 corridor.
Silver Lake Fire crews, along with Orange County Fire Control (OCFC), arrived at the scene to provide aid to those involved. Paramedics assessed and treated multiple individuals on-site, with at least one person being transported to a nearby medical facility for further care. The vehicles involved sustained moderate damage, and traffic congestion quickly built up in the westbound lanes as responders worked to clear the area.
Authorities have not yet released full details on the cause of the crash but have confirmed the presence of injuries. Investigators are reviewing factors such as speed, lane changes, and potential sudden braking as they work to determine the cause of the accident.
Our thoughts are with the individuals injured in Thursday’s crash, and we wish them a swift and full recovery.
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