FORESTHILL, Placer County, Calif., Oct. 31, 2026 — A propane tanker truck and an SUV collided on Wednesday afternoon, October 28, at the intersection of Racetrack Street and Foresthill Road, according to the California Highway Patrol. Injuries were reported, though their extent has not been released.
The CHP's traffic log describes a crash between a propane tanker and a gold or green Subaru Outback near the post office in Foresthill, just south of the intersection. An early radio report indicated the vehicles were blocking the intersection, with injuries involved. Responding units later said the Subaru had major damage and was not drivable, while the tanker had come to rest on the right shoulder.
The crash left a traffic hazard in the intersection for roughly a half hour before the roadway was cleared, per dispatch entries. A tow truck was called to remove the damaged Subaru. It is not known how many people were in either vehicle or whether the tanker was carrying propane at the time.
No information on the cause of the crash, including speed or possible impairment, has been released. The CHP has not said whether the roadway was closed for an extended period or whether any hazardous materials concerns were involved. This remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with everyone involved, and we are hoping for good news.
Intersection Crashes in California
This truck crash happened at Racetrack Street and Foresthill Road in Foresthill, CA. Our California intersections page covers intersection crashes across California.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do large trucks need so much distance to stop?
Trucks carry far more weight than passenger vehicles, and that extra weight means their brakes need more time and roadway to bring the vehicle to a stop, especially when a truck is fully loaded.
What makes crashes involving trucks more dangerous than typical car crashes?
The size and weight difference between a truck and a passenger vehicle usually means more severe damage and higher injury risk to occupants of the smaller vehicle in a collision.
What are a truck's blind spots, and why do they matter?
Large trucks have wide blind spots along both sides, behind the trailer, and directly in front of the cab. Drivers in those zones may not be visible to the truck driver, which raises the risk of a collision during turns, lane changes, or stops.
What is an underride crash?
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