At least one person has been transported to a hospital for treatment after a Taco Bell sign in Crowley collapsed, crushing a vehicle beneath it.

Photos from our media partners at KATC and EVEN News (captured by Chris and Katrina Roland) show the harrowing scene.

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Crowley Police confirmed that the sign did fall on the vehicle, trapping a person inside. The person reportedly avoided major injuries according to eyewitnesses but officials have no word on the status of the individual who was taken to a local hospital.

A photo provided by EVEN News shows just how serious this collapse was, just inches away from where the driver was sitting.

Photos via EVEN News
Photos via EVEN News
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This is a developing story as we work to confirm more details.

While we aren't 100% positive this incident was directly related to weather conditions in the area, numerous photos and videos showed damages due to the inclement conditions throughout southwestern Louisiana on Friday afternoon (9/8).

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