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FALLBROOK, San Diego County, Calif., Nov. 10, 2026 — A pedestrian was hurt on Monday afternoon, November 9, in a crash involving a vehicle on South Mission Road at West Alvarado Street, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The CHP said the incident was reported shortly after 1 p.m. as a vehicle versus pedestrian collision. Units requested backup to manage traffic in the area while the investigation got underway.
Caltrans crews were also called to the scene after wood debris was found blocking lanes 3 and 4 along the roadway. Crews requested a break in traffic to set up lane closures for cleanup, which may have added to delays in the area.
The CHP continues to investigate. Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
Intersection Safety in California
The pedestrian crash was reported at South Mission Road and West Alvarado Street in Fallbrook. Our California intersection resource page covers intersection crashes across California.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do most pedestrian accidents happen?
Many pedestrian crashes occur at or near intersections and crosswalks, usually where vehicles are turning or where visibility is limited.
Are pedestrian accidents more common at night?
Pedestrian crashes tend to happen more frequently after dark because drivers have less time to see and react to someone in or near the roadway, though daytime crashes like this one also happen.
Who has the right of way at a crosswalk?
Pedestrians generally have the right of way in marked and unmarked crosswalks, but drivers and pedestrians both share responsibility for watching traffic before crossing or turning.
