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Man injured in Kittitas County snowmobile accident

Story Highlights:
One person injured in snowmobile accident
Airlifted to Harborview Medical Center



Date: January 1, 2011, 01/01/11
Location: Kittitas County, Washington
Type: Snowmobile accident
Outcome: One hospitalized

A 58-year-old man from Covington was seriously injured when he drove his snowmobile into a tree Saturday afternoon near Salmon La Sac Sno-Park in Kittitas County. Authorities were able to reach the victim over three hours after the accident was called in and hoisted him from the scene by helicopter.

Originally taken to Kittitas Valley Community Hospital, the victim, Patrick Kirk, had to be airlifted to Harborview Medical Center. Kirk was a seasoned snowmobile rider and was wearing a helmet and protective gear at the time of the crash. The cause is still unclear but it has been confirmed that he crashed into a tree while heading downhill at a fast rate of speed. Kittitas County Sheriff's Office is looking into whether or not alcohol or drugs were also a factor.

As of Monday, a Harborview spokesperson reported that Kirk was still in serious condition in the intensive care unit.

National Snowmobile Accident Statistics
Each year snowmobile accidents produce approximately 200 deaths and 14,000 injuries. Excess speed, alcohol, driver inexperience, and poor judgment are the leading causes of accidents.

Seattle Personal Injury Lawyers
Being involved in an accident is a terrible experience and everyone at the Davis Law Group sends out their heartfelt wishes of recovery for Patrick Kirk. Chris Davis and the Davis Law Group are dedicated to helping their clients receive the utmost care and compensation for the hardships they've had to face as accident victims. If you or anyone you know has been injured in an accident, please contact the Davis Law Group for a free legal consultation.