News: Driver critically hurt after crashing into pole near AUS Airport 

AUSTIN, TX – A driver was left in critical condition after crashing their car into a pole west of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Friday. 

Austin Travis County Emergency Medical Services were dispatched to the 6511th block of East Riverside Drive and arrived after midnight. Upon arrival, ATCEMS rushed the driver to Dell Seton Medical Center for treatment of their injuries. 

Serious Collision at 6511 E Riverside Dr (00:08): #ATCEMSMedics have transported an adult patient from a reported vehicle vs pole collision, to Dell Seton Medical Center w/ critical, life threatening injuries. Expect #ATXTraffic delays in the area, no other information available. pic.twitter.com/W03tdsARod

— ATCEMS (@ATCEMS) June 27, 2025

Officials are actively working to determine the exact cause of the single-vehicle collision. 

Updates will be provided once our team learns more. 

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