BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Houchin Community Blood Bank is issuing an immediate emergency plea for blood donors following the 30+ vehicle crash on Highway 58 near Towerline Road Tuesday morning.
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According to CHP, injuries from the crash range from minor to major.
Houchin Community Blood Bank said in a release that they are currently rushing significant amounts of blood and blood products to the trauma center, Kern Medical, to treat those who are injured.
“We were already facing a shortage due to the storms disrupting our imports,” said Anna Kazaryan, Director Of Donor Relations. “Now, with this tragic accident on Highway 58, we are in a worst case scenario. We cannot rely on shipments from other states right now, we need our local community to roll up their sleeves immediately.”
Houchin Community Blood Bank said there is a critical, immediate need for the following types to support trauma patients.
O-Negative: Essential for trauma patients when there is no time to determine blood type.O-PositiveA-Positive
Those who are able to donate are asked to visit one of the following locations:
Bolthouse Donor Center:
11515 Bolthouse Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311
Truxtun Donor Center:
5901 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Oswell Donor Center:
2671 Oswell St Suite C, Bakersfield, CA 93306
Walk-ins are welcome due to the emergency. You can also visit HCBB.com or call 661-323-4222 to schedule an appointment.
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In the release, it said, “Houchin Community Blood Bank extends its deepest thoughts to those involved in the crash and the first responders working in these difficult conditions.”