Fargo, ND (August 10, 2025) – Multiple people were injured Friday afternoon in a four-vehicle pileup on 13th Ave S in Fargo. The crash occurred around 4:24 p.m., prompting a response from Fargo Police Department officers, fire crews, and EMS.
First responders provided medical care to the injured at the scene before arranging transport to local hospitals for further evaluation. The number of people hurt and the severity of their injuries have not yet been disclosed.
Authorities are still reviewing the circumstances that led to the pileup. Our thoughts are with those recovering from their injuries.
Multi-Vehicle Crash Risks in Urban Traffic
Busy corridors like 13th Ave S see high volumes of commuter and commercial traffic, making them susceptible to chain-reaction crashes during periods of congestion. Multi-vehicle collisions often begin with a single rear-end impact that causes a ripple effect among closely spaced vehicles.
According to North Dakota traffic safety data, common contributing factors in multi-car pileups include following too closely, distracted driving, and sudden changes in traffic speed. These incidents are more likely to occur near intersections, shopping centers, and highway on-ramps where merging traffic adds complexity.
Drivers can help reduce the risk of multi-vehicle crashes by maintaining greater following distances, avoiding distractions, and anticipating sudden stops in heavy traffic. Roadway improvements such as adaptive traffic signal systems and better lane markings may also help reduce collision rates in high-traffic urban corridors.
For more information or to receive help after an accident, contact Local Accident Reports.
