HOKAH TWP, Houston County, Minn., Nov. 7, 2026 — One driver was taken to a hospital after a two-vehicle crash on Wednesday afternoon, November 4, on Highway 16 near County Road 21 in Hokah Township, according to the Houston County Sheriff's Office.
A 2006 Ford Focus and a 2024 Audi Q5 were both traveling westbound on Highway 16 when the two vehicles made contact near the County Road 21 junction, the report said. The road surface was reported dry at the time.
The Audi's driver, an 84-year-old man from Onalaska, Wisconsin, suffered injuries described as non-life-threatening and was taken to Gundersen E.R. The Ford's driver, a 16-year-old girl from La Crescent, Minnesota, was not reported injured. Both drivers were wearing seatbelts, the report noted.
The Houston County Sheriff's Office responded along with Hokah Fire and Hokah Police Department. The information in the report is believed complete, though the cause of the crash has not been released.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Minnesota
This crash happened at Highway 16 and County Road 21 in HOKAH TWP, MN. Our Minnesota intersections page covers intersection crashes across Minnesota.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do right after a car accident?
Move to a safe spot if possible, check for injuries, call 911, and exchange information with the other driver. Photograph the scene if you're able, and wait for law enforcement to arrive and document the crash.
Where do most traffic crashes happen?
Many crashes occur at intersections or junctions, where vehicles merge, turn, or cross paths, similar to the County Road 21 junction involved here.
What injuries are common in two-vehicle crashes?
Common injuries include whiplash, bruising, cuts from broken glass, and in some cases broken bones or head injuries, depending on the speed and angle of impact.
