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KAIMUKI, Honolulu County, Hawaii, Nov. 12, 2026 — Three people were hospitalized in serious condition after a car collision on Wednesday afternoon, November 11, at the intersection of Waialae Avenue and 6th Avenue in Kaimuki.
Honolulu Emergency Medical Services responded to the crash around 1:47 p.m. Crews treated a 69-year-old man, a 64-year-old man and a 56-year-old woman, all of whom suffered multiple injuries in the collision.
All three patients were taken to area emergency rooms in serious condition, EMS said. The specific injuries they sustained have not been released.
No roads were closed as a result of the crash. What led to the collision, including whether speed or impairment played a role, has not been reported, and no agency has released findings on the cause.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Hawaii
This crash happened at Waialae Avenue and 6th Avenue in Kaimuki, HI. Our Hawaii intersections page covers intersection crashes across Hawaii.
Frequently Asked Questions
What typically causes car accidents like this one?
Common causes include distracted driving, speeding, failure to yield at intersections, and impaired driving. Investigators usually review traffic signals, witness accounts, and vehicle positions to determine what happened.
Why are intersection collisions usually so serious?
Crashes at intersections frequently involve vehicles moving at an angle or at speed, which can produce stronger impacts than crashes where vehicles are traveling in the same direction. This usually increases the severity of injuries.
How does distracted driving contribute to crashes?
A driver looking away from the road, even briefly, can miss a changing signal, a pedestrian, or a slowing vehicle ahead. That delay in reaction time is a frequent factor in intersection collisions.
Do weather or road conditions play a role in crashes like this?
Wet pavement, poor lighting, and obstructed sightlines can all make it harder for drivers to stop safely or react in time, though none of these factors have been confirmed in this case.
