Driver hospitalized after crashing into tree at I490
Dec 28, 2024
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – A driver was hospitalized after crashing into a tree at I-490 eastbound near the Pittsford-Palmyra exit, according to the Pittsford Fire Department. Reports of the crash came out before noon Saturday.
A car left heavily damaged after slamming into a tree on I-490. Courtesy: Pittsford Fire Department.
According to Pittsford FD, one man inside the car, the driver, was rescued by firefighters. The rescue took about 20 minutes. He was taken to the hospital to be treated, though the severity of his injuries is unclear.
Motorcyclist dead after Greece crash
"The driver of the vehicle was properly wearing his seatbelt which likely prevented further injury. We wish the driver a speedy recovery," Pittsford FD announced.
Firefighters from Pittsford and Brighton were called to the scene.