MESQUITE (KTNV) — One person died and multiple people were injured after a fiery RV crash on I-15 in Mesquite on Sunday afternoon, according to Mesquite Fire and Rescue.
Mesquite police said an RV lost control and went across the median into oncoming traffic before it caught on fire around 1:50 p.m. near mile marker 122.
According to fire officials, four vehicles were involved in the crash. The fire department said three people were taken to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment and one person has been confirmed dead.
The northbound and southbound lanes reopened hours after the crash.
According to Mesquite fire, the Nevada State Police - Highway Patrol is leading the investigation of the crash.
In a social media post Monday from Mesquite police, the department acknowledged the bystanders who jumped in to help "without hesitation."
"Without regard for their own safety, they ran toward danger to pull injured motorists away from the burning RV," police said.
One bystander pulled a victim from the RV before it became fully engulfed in flames, according to police. Another person was moved from the roadway to safety. Police said that as one of the victims was being moved to safety, multiple explosions occurred.
Police noted that many stopped and provided water and blankets to those in need.
"Amid the devastation, officers witnessed countless acts of compassion, courage, and selflessness from ordinary people who simply chose to help," the department said. "To every person who stopped to help, offered comfort, or lent a hand in a time of crisis, thank you. Your courage and kindness made a difference, and your actions exemplify the very best of humanity."
