Garvin, MN (March 10, 2026) – Two people were hurt Monday morning, March 9, in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Highway 59 and 231st Street in Lake Sarah Township, south of Garvin.
The crash was reported around 6:56 a.m. According to reports, a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek was traveling westbound on 231st Street while a 2021 Lexus RX was heading northbound on Highway 59 when the vehicles collided at the intersection.
The Subaru was driven by 71-year-old Romana Lee Ennenga, while the Lexus was driven by 45-year-old Sara Marie Ormberg. The passenger, 16-year-old Aubrey Lynn Ormberg, suffered non-life-threatening injuries in the collision. Both were taken to Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center for treatment.
No injuries were reported for the driver of the Subaru. Emergency units responded to the scene and assisted those involved while the area was cleared.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
Why Rural Highway Intersections See Serious Crashes
Intersections between rural highways and local roads can present several risks for drivers. Traffic on highways often moves at higher speeds, while vehicles entering from side roads may need to cross or merge into that faster traffic.
Drivers approaching these intersections must judge both distance and speed quickly. If a vehicle on the side road enters the intersection at the wrong moment, a collision can occur before either driver has time to react.
Visibility may also be affected by weather, terrain, or roadside vegetation. Even when the roadway is clear, drivers may have limited time to see approaching traffic.
Because of these factors, crashes at rural intersections can occur even during normal driving conditions when two vehicles arrive at the crossing at the same time.
