A driver narrowly escaped death in a terrifying accident along California's famed Pacific Coast Highway, after their vehicle plunged off the road and down a staggering 200-foot cliff.
The incident occurred near the Los Angeles County coastline, where emergency crews performed a daring rescue to save the motorist from the wreckage. Authorities confirmed the driver, identified as a Virginia resident, survived the harrowing drop with non-life-threatening injuries.
Miracle on the Coast
Witnesses described hearing screeching tires before seeing the car veer violently off the winding coastal route - one of America's most dangerous yet picturesque roads. The vehicle somersaulted multiple times before coming to rest precariously near the ocean's edge.
Rescue Operation
Firefighters rappelled down the steep cliff face to reach the crumpled vehicle, while helicopter crews circled overhead. "It's nothing short of miraculous that they survived this," said one first responder at the scene. "The car is barely recognizable."
The Pacific Coast Highway has seen numerous fatal accidents over the years, with its combination of sharp turns, distracted tourists, and frequent fog patches. This latest incident has renewed calls for improved safety measures along the scenic route.
California Highway Patrol is investigating whether speed, mechanical failure, or driver error contributed to the crash. The survivor was transported to a nearby hospital and is expected to make a full recovery.
