LONE TREE TWP, Chippewa County, Minn., Oct. 21, 2026 — One person was hurt Monday morning, October 19, when two SUVs collided on Highway 23 at County Road 1 in Lone Tree Township. The Minnesota State Patrol said both vehicles were traveling eastbound when they struck each other.
A 2014 Kia Sorento and a 2005 Chevrolet Equinox were both headed east on Highway 23 near the County Road 1 junction when the crash happened shortly after noon, according to the report from Sgt. Troy Christianson.
The Kia was carrying a 31-year-old Cambridge woman behind the wheel, along with a 39-year-old male passenger and a 10-year-old boy. None of the three were reported injured. The Equinox's driver, a 38-year-old Clara City woman, suffered injuries described as non-life-threatening and was taken to Willmar Hospital. A 13-year-old boy riding in the Equinox was not listed as injured.
Raymond Fire and EMS responded to the scene, along with Dan's Diesel for vehicle recovery.
We wish the injured a speedy recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where do most traffic accidents happen?
Crashes are common at intersections and highway junctions, where vehicles merge, cross paths, or change speed, similar to the Highway 23 and County Road 1 junction involved here.
What injuries are most common in car accidents?
Occupants often suffer whiplash, bruising, or more serious injuries to the head, chest, or limbs, depending on the speed and angle of impact.
What are the most common causes of car accidents?
Distraction, following too closely, misjudging another vehicle's speed, and failing to yield are frequent factors investigators look at in these collisions.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Lone Tree Township, Minnesota
Anyone involved in a crash should move to a safe spot if possible and call 911 right away. Even if injuries seem minor, it's worth getting checked by a medical provider, since some injuries don't show symptoms immediately. Exchange information with the other driver, take photos of the vehicles and the scene, and get the names of any responding officers or agencies. Keep a copy of the official crash report once it's available, and follow up with your insurance company promptly to start the claims process.
