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    Elderly couple injured after rolling Jeep 450 down steep terrain near Telluride

    https://kdvr.com/2019/08/18/couple-i...ear-telluride/

    The passenger compartment looks intact.

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    Lots of blood on the driver's headrest. Hope they come out of it okay.
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    Have heard some about the folks.
    They are in critical condition but alive.
    Seeing the damage this is good news.
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    Another roll-over...this one on Black Bear...
    https://www.outtherecolorado.com/ser...e-in-colorado/
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    FINOCJ previously posted:
    "Another roll-over...this one on Black Bear...
    https://www.outtherecolorado.com/ser...e-in-colorado/"


    "If you’re trying to tackle any of Colorado’s off-roading trails and roads, plan for the worst. Pack extra water, tools, food, layers, and gasoline."
    ... but don't load it all on your roof. Consider your COG when packing/planning...
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    Those underbody skid plates aren't doing much good now. I hope those folks are all ok.

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    OUCH - that's the primary "at attention" spot I have for black bear.

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