EL DORADO HILLS, El Dorado County, Calif., Nov. 14, 2026 — A two-vehicle crash left at least one person with minor injuries on Thursday afternoon, November 12, at the intersection of El Dorado Hills Boulevard and Serrano Parkway, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Two vehicles collided at the intersection shortly before 3:48 p.m. The crash was initially logged as a collision with an ambulance en route before being updated to a minor-injury collision, the agency reported.
The wreck blocked the intersection after the crash. A tow truck was requested to clear the vehicles from the scene.
No further details on the drivers or the cause of the crash have been released. The CHP has not said whether speed, impairment, or another factor contributed to the collision. The incident remains under review.
We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
Intersection Safety in California
The crash was reported at El Dorado Hills Boulevard and Serrano Parkway in El Dorado Hills. Readers following crash news in El Dorado County can find more about intersections across the state on our guide to California intersections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is distracted driving a common factor in intersection crashes?
Intersections demand quick decisions about gaps in traffic and other vehicles' movements. A driver glancing at a phone or dashboard display for even a second or two can miss a light change or a car entering the intersection, leading to a collision.
How do road and weather conditions play a role in these crashes?
Wet pavement, glare, or poor visibility can affect stopping distance and a driver's ability to judge another vehicle's speed, raising the chance of a crash at intersections even when traffic signals are working normally.
What should someone do right after a car accident?
Drivers should move to a safe spot if possible, check for injuries, call 911, and exchange information with the other driver. Photos of the vehicles and the intersection can help later when filing a report or insurance claim.
Market-Meta description: El Dorado Hills intersection crash at El Dorado Hills Blvd and Serrano Pkwy leaves one person with minor injuries, CHP says.
