Re: Trail days

Car plows into Virginia 'Trail Days' parade-goers
By Michael Mello 
May 18, 2013, 6:59 p.m. 
A traditional weekend of 
merriment in a small Virginia mountain town was disrupted Saturday when a man lost control of his car and drove into a crowd of parade 
participants.
Several people had to be taken to hospitals by ground and 
air ambulance, but there were no fatalities, police officials in 
Damascus, Va., told the Los Angeles Times.
About 1,000 people were participating in the yearly parade when the collision took place, around 2 p.m. local time.
The parade was part of Damascus' annual “Trail Days” event. The Appalachian Trail runs through the town of about 900 people, located along the southern 
border in the western part of the state. Hikers who have used the trail 
are invited to return to town to participate in the festival, which 
includes the parade, hiker talent shows and music.
The driver lost control of his car because of a sudden medical 
emergency, police said. Damascus police and firefighters, along with 
first responders from throughout Washington County, were on the scene 
and treated the wounded.
All were reported in stable condition, including the driver. He was believed to be participating in the parade.
Town officials kept the festivities going throughout the afternoon 
and evening, police said. Officials planned to hold the closing 
ceremonies on Sunday along with the customary church services at a local park.



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 From: Chris Gilmore <chris_gilmore2001-/[email protected]>
To: "[email protected]" <[email protected]> 
Cc: "[email protected]" <[email protected]> 
Sent: Sunday, May 19, 2013 7:11 AM
Subject: Re: [BackpackingLight] Trail days
 


  
What happened?

Thanks
Chris Gilmore
(408) 461-1380


On May 19, 2013, at 6:11 AM, "roadwoofer" <[email protected]> wrote:


  
>My heart and prayers go out to all in Damacus.  Get to healing all!
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>Pago-Pago
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