On July 10th, 2022, Miguel Viveros was victim of a pedestrian vs vehicle hit and run accident. Miguel has been up in Alaska working traffic control, recently becoming a supervisor, and was hit by a reckless driver while working with a paint crew. It is truly a miracle no one else was injured and that we didn’t lose him that day. He saved the lives of those around him which led to him not getting himself out of the way in time. His right leg received most of the impact resulting in a catastrophic injury. We’re now looking at a long recovery starting with trying to get him back home to Washington State where he can recover with the love and support of family and friends.

For those that know Miguel, he’s a hard working father who does everything he can for his family. He’s a pillar for those who love him and not being able to have him home is a tremendous struggle. We’re so proud of him and his heroic efforts but miss him tremendously and are fearful as we navigate this process. He has already undergone an emergency surgery where an external exoskeleton was place to hold his lower leg together. Right now we’re working hard on finding transportation home to continue his care in Seattle. He has many surgeries ahead of him not to mention the physical therapy and modifications to be completed at home to accommodate his current needs.

There are a lot of unknowns moving forward so every bit of support will help make those unexpected needs one less thing to worry about. Our medical expenses are covered but this is to help with everything else. Right now we don’t know what the future holds; we’re just taking one day at a time.

Messages from those with Miguel that night:

Jeff - Family and friends, Miguel was in accident on July 10th, involving a hit-and-run by a drunk driver. We are so thankful that he's with us today, but he has a long recovery ahead. Miguel will most like be out of work for the next year while he works on his mobility from a shattered ankle.

If you are able to donate, any amount is greatly appreciated by Miguel and his daughter.

Wyatt - My name is Wyatt and I was one of three on the striping crew that night. Miguel was our flagger.

A flagger on a road construction project may seem like a pretty easy job but in all actuality is very dangerous as they are our first line of defense. In this case, he put his life on the line trying to be seen to a car traveling at a high rate of speed. A car driving 65 MPH covers 100 feet in one second. There is no time to react. Trying to make sure we get seen. So the next time you pass through a construction zone or a flagger, just slow down a little please.

I am very thankful that Miguel was able to react the best he could when he realized that car coming directly at us was not slowing down. Miguel has a long recovery road ahead of him.

Erin - Dear friends and family, I was working with Miguel the night a drunk driver crossed over into our lane striking him and fleeing the scene. He was left with a shattered ankle and bruised hip and many obstacles to overcome. I am and I know many others are thankful Miguel is still here with us. He has become part of our work crew family and an essential for how we function and we simply couldn’t do it without him and I know the same could be said all around. I am deeply saddened he and his family have to endure this trauma and want to help as much as I can. I ask friends and family but also community to help with easing the heaviness of medical expenses and to get him home to get the best recovery he deserves.

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