Sables-d’Olonne Accident: 3 Injured, 2 Seriously

Three Injured in traffic Accident Near La Porte d’Olonne, France

A serious two-vehicle collision on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, resulted in three injuries, prompting a response from firefighters in the Vendée region of France. The incident occurred on RD 8015 near La Porte d’Olonne, and involved extensive rescue operations to extricate those trapped within the vehicles.

Emergency Response Details

At approximately 7:18 p.m. local time, a team of firefighters dispatched from a single Vendée rescue centre, utilizing an unspecified number of machines, responded to the scene. The accident involved two cars, and the severity of the injuries necessitated a coordinated medical response. Firefighters employed specialized tools to carefully cut away metal and free the individuals trapped inside the damaged vehicles.The initial response focused on stabilizing the injured and preparing them for transport to area hospitals.

Did you know? – France’s fire and rescue service,the Service Départemental d’Incendie et de Secours (SDIS),is organized regionally,with each département having its own dedicated resources.

Victim Injuries and Transport

The traffic accident resulted in a range of injuries, requiring transport to multiple medical facilities. A 31-year-old man, traveling in the first vehicle, sustained slight injuries and was transported to the hospital in Sables-d’Olonne. An 85-year-old man, a passenger in the second vehicle, suffered serious injuries and was found incarcerated within the wreckage. He was transported by medical personnel to the Nantes University Hospital for advanced care. A 79-year-old woman, also traveling in the second vehicle, sustained serious injuries and was similarly incarcerated. She received medical transport to the CHD (Centre Hospitalier Départemental) of La Roche-sur-Yon.

Pro tip – In the event of a traffic accident, prioritize safety. If possible, move vehicles to a safe location, activate hazard lights, and call emergency services immediately.

The extent of the damage to the vehicles and the cause of the collision remain under investigation. authorities are currently gathering evidence, including witness statements and vehicle data, to determine the sequence of events that led to the crash. As of Thursday morning, the road remained partially closed to allow for accident reconstruction and cleanup. The investigation is ongoing, and a full report is expected to be released by local police in the coming days. The incident concluded with the prosperous extrication of all involved parties and their transfer to appropriate medical facilities for treatment.