Metairie, LA (January 25, 2026) – A single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning resulted in injuries after an SUV struck a tree near the intersection of Severn Ave and 35th St in Metairie. The incident was reported around 3:14 AM, with emergency crews responding to the 70001 area to provide assistance.
Engine 188 arrived on scene and located a white Nissan SUV that had collided with a tree in the vicinity of U-Turn and 35th St along Severn Ave. All occupants were reportedly out of the vehicle upon arrival. Paramedics assessed the scene and provided aid to those injured, though the extent of injuries has not yet been released.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation, including whether speed, fatigue, or other contributing factors played a role in the early-morning incident. No other vehicles were involved, and no additional information has been made public.
Our thoughts are with those injured in this crash, and we hope for a full and swift recovery.