BAKERSFIELD, Kern County, Calif., Nov. 13, 2026 — Two people were hurt in a crash on Wednesday morning, November 11, on Lerdo Highway in Bakersfield, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The collision was reported shortly before 10:10 a.m. in the 33300 to 33800 block of Lerdo Highway, in front of Califia Farms. A black Kia and a white Honda Civic were involved, and initial radio traffic also referenced a white Honda Civic and a black Toyota Camry, though the CHP's official log lists two vehicles total. The roadway was blocked afterward.
At least one person involved, described in the log as the reporting party, was in the black Kia and reportedly needed transport for precautionary reasons. The extent of injuries to those involved has not been detailed beyond that transport was requested. A tow truck was called to clear a vehicle left as a road hazard.
No cause has been released. The CHP has not said whether speed, impairment, or another factor contributed to the crash, and the matter remains under review by the agency.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
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