July 1, 2021 9:15 a.m. 

A woman was hurt when a vehicle crashed after leaving Interstate Five on Wednesday.

A report from Oregon State Police said just after 12:30 p.m. a 73-year old driver was southbound on the freeway just south of the South Umpqua River, near exit 120. The report said the woman lost control of her vehicle. leaving the left lane and striking the concrete divider before crossing both lanes and the on-ramp lane nearby, then crashing through the guardrail, down a side slope of earth, which caused the vehicle to overturn.

The report said the driver and one of her dogs were ejected from the vehicle. The woman was transported to CHI Mercy Medical Center with serious injuries. One dog was deceased and the second was taken to Saving Grace for safe keeping.

The driver was listed in fair condition at last check, according to a hospital spokesperson.