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LAKESIDE, San Diego County, Calif., Oct. 27, 2026 — One person was hurt Monday afternoon, October 26, when a transit bus and a truck collided on Winter Gardens Boulevard at Woodside Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash was reported around 2:46 p.m. near the Winter Gardens Boulevard and Woodside Avenue intersection in Lakeside, the CHP said. A dispatch log from the agency described the collision as involving an MTS bus and a truck.
CHP radio traffic indicated one patient was involved and that the injury was not expected to be serious. The same log flagged the scene as a traffic hazard, suggesting the vehicles may have blocked part of the roadway after the crash.
No further details on the cause of the collision or the condition of those involved have been released. The incident remains under investigation.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
Intersection Crashes in California
This truck crash happened at Winter Gardens Boulevard and Woodside Avenue in Lakeside, CA. For more on crashes at intersections across California, see our intersection safety guide for California.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do crashes involving large trucks tend to cause more damage than typical car accidents?
The size and weight difference between a truck and a passenger vehicle or bus means more force is transferred in a collision, which often leads to more serious damage and injury even at moderate speeds.
What are truck blind spots, and why do they matter in crashes like this?
Large trucks have wide blind spots along the sides, front, and rear where drivers of other vehicles, including buses, can be difficult to see. These blind spots can contribute to collisions at intersections and during lane changes.
What is an underride crash?
An underride crash happens when a smaller vehicle slides partially or fully beneath a truck's trailer during a collision. It's one reason truck crashes can result in more severe outcomes than other types of collisions.
What typically causes large-truck collisions?
Common factors include driver fatigue, following too closely, blind spots, mechanical problems, and difficulty judging the truck's stopping distance or turning radius.
What to Do After a Truck Accident in Lakeside, CA
If you're involved in a collision with a truck or bus, start by checking yourself and others for injuries and moving to a safe area if possible. Call 911 to report the crash and request medical help, even if injuries seem minor at first, since some symptoms take hours to appear. Make sure to exchange information with the other driver and note any details you can, such as the vehicles involved and the general location. If you're able, take photos of the scene. Afterward, follow up with a doctor for a full evaluation and keep any paperwork related to the crash, including a copy of the police report, in case you need it later.
