Alamogordo, NM - Injuries in Dust Storm Semi Crash on US-54

Alamogordo, NM (March 19, 2025) – On Tuesday, there were confirmed injuries after a multi-vehicle crash outside of Alamogordo. The incident took place on US-54 in Otero County. Local reports revealed that five semi-trucks were involved in the incident. 

Impaired visibility to a dust storm is believed to have contributed to the crash. There were no deaths reported, but three prisoners traveling in a prison transport van were reportedly injured. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene, and the injured parties were transported to a local hospital by ambulance for additional treatment. It is currently unknown if anyone else involved was hurt in the crash. Nearly 101 miles of the highway were closed as local authorities were present. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling an ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Semi-Truck Accidents in New Mexico

When you are involved in a crash with a large commercial vehicle, you are at greater risk of suffering devastating injuries. According to the New Mexico Department of Transportation, there were more than 3,000 semi-truck crashes reported across the state in a recent year. A total of 75 people were killed in these collisions, and hundreds more suffered serious injuries. You need to understand how devastating these types of crashes can be to make sure you are prepared to protect your legal rights. This can help better protect your legal rights as you fight for the compensation you are owed after a serious trucking accident. 

Truck injury cases are some of the most complicated, as these massive vehicles are subject to state and federal regulations. You need to enlist the help of a law firm that has a proven history of success in handling semi-truck cases. You should never rely solely on chance for your compensation. The rest of your life will hinge on the ability to obtain fair restitution for your damages. 

You need to know that you are not alone after a serious truck accident. Will Ferguson & Associates have the knowledge and resources to make sure your legal rights are secured and that the person responsible for your injuries is brought to justice. Contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with a skilled New Mexico semi-truck accident lawyer.