CORONA, Riverside County, Calif., Oct. 23, 2026 — Two vehicles collided Thursday afternoon, October 22, on eastbound Highway 91 at the Interstate 15 interchange in Corona, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash involved a silver Ford Ranger and a white Chevrolet pickup. Both vehicles came to rest on the right shoulder after the collision, based on details logged by dispatchers.
The incident was initially logged as a crash with no injuries, but the CHP and the Freeway Service Patrol later upgraded it to an injury collision, with at least one person reported trapped or requiring extrication. A fire unit responded to the scene and cleared a short time later, radio traffic showed.
The crash remains under review. Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do right after a car accident?
Move to a safe spot if possible, check for injuries, call 911, and exchange insurance and contact information with the other driver. Take photos of the vehicles and the scene if you're able to safely do so.
Where do most traffic crashes happen?
Interchanges and merge points, like where a highway meets an interstate, see frequent collisions because of sudden speed changes and lane shifts as traffic merges.
What injuries commonly result from two-vehicle collisions?
Whiplash, bruising from seatbelts or airbags, and head or neck injuries are common, even in crashes that don't involve high speeds. Some injuries, like concussions, may not be obvious right away.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Corona, CA
If you're involved in a crash near a busy interchange, try to get your vehicle out of active traffic lanes if it's drivable and safe to do so. Turn on hazard lights and stay inside the vehicle if you're stopped on a shoulder near high-speed traffic until help arrives. Even if you feel fine, a medical check is worth it, some injuries take hours to show symptoms. Keep a copy of the CHP incident report for your records, and follow up with your insurance company once you've been evaluated.