EAST STROUDSBURG, Monroe County, Pa., Oct. 22, 2026 — Two vehicles collided on Tuesday morning, October 20, at Seven Bridge Road and Independence Road in Smithfield Township, according to Pennsylvania State Police. Multiple people were hurt and taken to hospitals.
The crash was reported around 7:31 a.m., prompting a response from state police out of the Swiftwater station along with two ambulance crews. One ambulance crew reported arriving on scene within about six minutes.
Dispatch records indicate the crash left at least two people injured. One ambulance crew radioed that it was transporting a patient to the hospital shortly before 8 a.m., and a second crew reported transporting three patients a few minutes later, suggesting the total number hurt may be higher than initially logged.
No further details on the patients' conditions or the cause of the crash have been released. The collision remains under investigation by state police.
We hope those who were hurt recover fully and quickly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I'm stopped near a crash on the highway?
Turn on your hazard lights, stay buckled in your vehicle if it's safe to do so, and move as far from traffic lanes as possible. If you must get out, stay behind guardrails or barriers and watch for oncoming vehicles.
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Reduced visibility cuts the time drivers have to react to slowed or stopped traffic ahead. Even a light mist or morning haze can hide brake lights until it's too late to stop safely.
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A longer gap between vehicles gives a driver more time to brake or steer around trouble. At highway speeds, even a few extra car lengths can be the difference between stopping in time and rear-ending the vehicle ahead.
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