By Don Sweeney
The Charlotte Observer
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. 鈥� Two people 鈥渕iraculously鈥� escaped the wreckage of an SUV sheared in half during a horrific solo crash, California firefighters reported.
Firefighters at about 1 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, found the two occupants of the SUV sitting on the curb, Newport Beach firefighters said in a news release.
鈥淢iraculously both occupants of the vehicle self-extricated prior to the arrival of emergency responders,鈥� firefighters said.
The SUV hit two light poles and crashed into a tree, shearing off the engine compartment, firefighters said. Emergency crews doused an engine fire.
The rest of the wreckage was found 20 feet down the road, firefighters said. A tire was found in a nearby property.
The two occupants were taken to a hospital in stable condition, firefighters said. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
鈥淲ow! They are both extremely lucky and blessed to have survived that with little injury,鈥� read one comment on the Instagram post.
鈥淒ear lord that looks awful,鈥� read another comment.
Firefighters warned drivers to be extra careful during the holiday season.
鈥淧lease slow down, stay focused, and drive responsibly,鈥� firefighters said.
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