EL DORADO HILLS, El Dorado County, Calif., Nov. 6, 2026 — Four vehicles collided on Wednesday afternoon, November 4, on Green Valley Road at Mulberry Lane, according to the California Highway Patrol. Minor injuries were reported in the crash.
The California Highway Patrol said the chain-reaction crash began after a traffic hazard was reported in an eastbound lane of Green Valley Road. Dispatch logs show vehicles had stopped in the roadway and were struck from behind. A gray Kia SUV, a black Dodge Ram, a black Ford pickup and a black minivan were reportedly involved, authorities said.
The crash was initially classified as a minor-injury collision, . Cal Fire personnel also responded. The minivan sustained front-end damage and required a tow, according to dispatch notes, and a rotation tow truck was called to clear the vehicle.
No further details on the extent of injuries or the exact number of people hurt have been released. The California Highway Patrol has not said whether speed or any other factor contributed to the crash, and the incident remains under investigation.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
Intersection Crashes in California
This multi-vehicle crash happened at Green Valley Road and Mulberry Lane in El Dorado Hills, CA. Our California intersections page covers intersection crashes across California.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I'm stopped near a crash on the highway?
Turn on hazard lights as soon as possible, move as far off the travel lane as conditions allow, and stay alert for vehicles approaching from behind, since stopped traffic is a common cause of secondary collisions.
Why do pile-ups happen when traffic suddenly stops?
Drivers approaching a line of stopped cars frequently do not have enough time or distance to react, especially if they are following too closely or visibility is limited.
Why is following distance so important in traffic?
Keeping extra space between vehicles gives drivers more time to brake safely if traffic ahead slows or stops suddenly, which can prevent a single stop from becoming a multi-vehicle crash.
Are secondary crashes common after an initial wreck?
Yes. Once one vehicle stops or crashes, trailing vehicles can strike it or each other before drivers have a chance to slow down, which is why early warning and distance matter.
