Kanawha County, WV (May 14, 2026) – Two people died following a multi-vehicle crash on Wednesday morning in the 1600 block of Kanawha State Forest Drive. Emergency units responded to the area shortly before 10 a.m. after reports of a serious collision involving multiple vehicles.
According to initial information, one truck overturned and landed upside down in a creek following the crash. The collision caused a lengthy roadway closure as crews worked to secure the area, assist those involved, and remove damaged vehicles from the scene.
Authorities confirmed that two people died as a result of the crash. Additional details regarding the identities of the victims and the total number of vehicles involved were not immediately released on Wednesday afternoon.
The roadway remained closed for several hours before reopening later in the day. Emergency units continued working in the area during the investigation and cleanup process.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available. We extend our sincere condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased.
What Is Commonly Reviewed After Multi-Vehicle Crashes Near Creeks or Embankments?
After crashes in which vehicles leave the roadway and enter creeks or embankments, investigators often examine roadway alignment and vehicle movement prior to impact. Curves, road width, and shoulder conditions may help explain how a vehicle departed the roadway.
Water and uneven terrain can also affect rollover patterns and vehicle damage. Investigators study final resting positions to understand how force and momentum contributed to the crash sequence.
In multi-vehicle incidents, debris patterns and impact points are used to determine how each vehicle became involved. These findings help reconstruct the collision and clarify the order of events leading to the fatalities.
