7 injured in Lancaster crash during severe thunderstorm

LANCASTER, Calif. (KABC) —

A major rescue was underway after at least two cars collided in Lancaster Wednesday night during a severe thunderstorm.

The crash occurred at about 6:45 p.m. at Challenger Way and East Avenue J-8. Lancaster sheriff’s deputies said three cars were possibly involved.

Seven patients, including at least one child, were injured. Several people had been ejected from the cars, Los Angeles County fire officials said.

No other details were immediately available.