VIDEO: Bystanders rescue woman from burning vehicle after 10-car pileup

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Tuesday, August 30, 2016

BINGHAMTON, New York -- Dashcam video captured a 10-car pileup and the brave actions of bystanders in New York.

The video shows the moment the crash happened on a highway in Binghamton, New York. One of the cars burst into flames. That's when several people jumped into action to help put out the fire and rescue the driver.

She suffered some cuts and bruises, authorities say. Ten people were taken to the hospital - two had serious injuries.

Investigators ticketed the semi driver. They say his brakes were faulty.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation.