Double-fatal Highway 33 crash renews concerns over dangerous Kingfisher County intersection

Was a dangerous intersection on Highway 33 to blame for a crash that left two people dead Monday? On Monday afternoon, a double-fatal crash shut down the highway for hours. Those who live in the area said this is not the first time a collision has happened in the area. Troopers said a pickup-truck driver was stopping on Highway 33 to turn onto the "Calumet Blacktop" when another car hit them before crashing into an oncoming semi. "The second vehicle avoided the first vehicle, which was coming to a stop. (The second vehicle) struck the back of that first vehicle, and then entered the lane of eastbound traffic, striking the semi," Lt. Mark Southall with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol said. >> Video Below: OHP identifies two people killed in crash involving semi in Kingfisher CountyThe two people killed were identified as 20-year-old Alysha Bidwell-McDonagh and 23-year-old Alexus Pendleton from Greenfield. "A horrible crash. I mean, to lose two lives like this, especially so young," Southall said. The crash happened in a busy area. The Kingfisher County Sheriff's Office said deputies have expressed concerns about the roadway to state officials. >> Download the KOCO 5 App | Subscribe to KOCO 5’s YouTube channel | Sign up for KOCO 5’s Morning NewsletterKOCO checked with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, and the agency said it is aware of the concerns. Preliminary plans are in place for the area. ODOT also said signs were already posted, among other safety improvements. The department said it welcomes feedback on road conditions. KOCO asked for data pertaining to crashes in the area but is still waiting to get those numbers. Top Headlines North Carolina officer charged with assault after video showed him punching woman during arrest 'Known them their whole lives': Mother mourns son allegedly killed by relatives in Ponca City Head-on crash involving semi leaves 2 people dead on Highway 33 near Kingfisher 'He was a legend': Ponca City family demands answers after deadly shooting of wrestling coach Affidavit details alleged street racing crash that left 2 dead on Memorial Day weekend