Reno, NV (July 8, 2026) – Emergency crews responded to a crash with injuries on Monday, July 6, on the northbound off-ramp from U.S. 395 to Oddie Boulevard in Reno.
According to the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) and the Nevada Highway Patrol, the collision occurred on July 6, along the northbound U.S. 395 off-ramp to Oddie Boulevard.
Officials confirmed that the crash resulted in injuries but have not released information on the number of people hurt, the severity of their injuries, or how many vehicles were involved.
NDOT reported that no lane closures were associated with the incident at the time of the announcement, although motorists were advised to use caution while traveling through the area as emergency crews responded.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and additional information is expected to be released as it becomes available. We wish those injured a full and speedy recovery.
Off-Ramp Crashes and Driver Safety
Crashes on highway exit ramps can occur for a variety of reasons, including excessive speed, sudden braking, distracted driving, or failure to yield to merging traffic. Because off-ramps involve reduced speed limits and tighter curves, drivers who fail to adjust their speed appropriately may be at an increased risk of losing control or colliding with other vehicles.
Motorists approaching exit ramps are encouraged to reduce speed gradually, remain alert to changing traffic conditions, and avoid abrupt lane changes. Maintaining a safe following distance and staying focused behind the wheel can help reduce the likelihood of collisions in these transition areas.
When crashes occur at highway ramps, investigators examine roadway conditions, vehicle damage, witness statements, and other available evidence to determine the factors that contributed to the incident.
