A 62-year-old man died and a 52-year-old man sustained serious injuries when a car left the road and was crushed on TF-281 near the point where it connects to the main highway. The incident occurred around 08:30 on a Saturday morning in the municipality of Arafo, Tenerife, near the Volcanic area of Volcano And Hidalgo.
Emergency responders from the Canary Islands Emergency Service were dispatched to the scene. The emergency coordination center 112 and the SUC confirmed that one of the men died from injuries incompatible with life shortly after arrival. The second victim, who suffered severe polytrauma, received immediate medical care on site and was stabilized before being transported by ambulance to Nuestra Señora de La Candelaria University Hospital for ongoing treatment.
The driver of the vehicle required medical attention as well after experiencing an anxiety episode. He was treated by SUC personnel at the scene and then taken to the hospital by his family for further assessment and care.
The Civil Guard managed traffic control in the impact zone, issuing guidance on the procedures for the investigation and on maintaining public safety as responders worked. Local authorities coordinated the scene, ensuring that damaged vehicles were secured and that oncoming traffic was rerouted to minimize risk for other motorists. Documentation and procedural steps were explained for those involved and for witnesses who may be required to provide statements for the investigation.
Residents in the area observed a swift response from emergency teams, whose actions were focused on stabilizing the surviving victim, preserving evidence, and maintaining order while investigators gathered information. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers on rural road segments where vehicles can leave the roadway and lose control, highlighting the importance of seat belt use, cautious driving in curves, and adherence to speed limits. Community members and responders will continue to monitor the situation as hospital officials provide updates on the condition of the second patient and the driver’s health progresses in the days ahead.