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Glendale, CA (March 13, 2026) – Three people were injured on Thursday night, March 12, in a three-vehicle crash on northbound I-5 near Colorado St in Glendale.
Emergency units were called to the scene at about 10:24 p.m. after reports of a collision involving multiple vehicles, including a California Department of Transportation vehicle. Responders found one vehicle overturned at the scene.
Paramedics transported the three injured people to a hospital. Officials have not released updates about their conditions.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available. We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
How Freeway Multi-Vehicle Crashes Can Lead to Serious Injuries
Accidents involving multiple vehicles on freeways often happen when drivers cannot react in time to slowing or stopped traffic ahead. High speeds and close following distances increase the risk of collisions.
Overturned vehicles are particularly dangerous because occupants may be thrown inside the cabin or against interior surfaces, increasing the likelihood of serious injuries.
Emergency responders must quickly secure the scene, provide medical care, and remove vehicles to prevent further accidents. The involvement of work or government vehicles, like DOT trucks, can complicate cleanup and traffic management on busy highways.
