ISLE, Mille Lacs County, Minn., Oct. 24, 2026 — Two people were hurt on Thursday afternoon, October 22, when a car and an SUV collided on southbound Highway 47 at Highway 27 in Isle, Minnesota. The Minnesota State Patrol said both occupants of one vehicle were taken to a local clinic with non-life-threatening injuries.
According to the state patrol, a Nissan Sentra was headed south on Highway 47 when a Dodge Durango pulled out of a gas station and crossed the highway, causing the two vehicles to collide. The crash was reported shortly after 3 p.m. on a dry roadway.
The Sentra's driver, a 59-year-old Isle woman, and a passenger, a 68-year-old Isle man, were both hurt and taken to Mille Lacs Health System's Onamia Clinic for treatment, the state patrol reported. Their injuries were described as non-life-threatening. The Durango's driver, a 63-year-old Isle man, was not reported injured.
Isle Police, the Mille Lacs County Sheriff's Office, Isle Fire Department, and Mille Lacs Health System all responded to the scene. The state patrol said its information on the crash is believed to be complete, though the circumstances leading up to the collision remain under review.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where do most traffic accidents happen?
Many crashes occur at intersections, especially where a vehicle crosses a through road from a driveway, parking lot, or side street, since drivers often misjudge the speed or distance of oncoming traffic.
What injuries are common after a crash like this?
Occupants often suffer whiplash, bruising from seatbelts or airbags, and strains from the sudden jolt of impact. Even injuries labeled non-life-threatening can require follow-up care.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Isle, Minnesota
If you're involved in a crash near an intersection like this one, stay where it's safe and call for help right away. Even if you feel fine, get checked by a medical provider, since some injuries take hours or days to show symptoms. Keep records of any treatment, take photos of the scene if you're able, and get a copy of the official crash report for your files. Reach out to your insurance company promptly and let them know what happened.
