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MESQUITE, Dallas County, Texas, Nov. 7, 2026 — Two people were taken to a hospital after a car crashed into a Mesquite fire truck early Friday morning, November 5, on westbound Interstate 30, according to Mesquite police.
The crash happened near Northwest Drive, where westbound I-30 had already been shut down just before 3 a.m. for an earlier wreck, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. Mesquite police said officers were working that initial crash when a vehicle struck the fire truck that had been positioned to block the closed lanes.
The fire truck was unoccupied at the time, and no firefighters were hurt, police said. Both occupants of the car that hit the truck were taken to a hospital; their conditions have not been released. Officers are investigating how the second crash happened.
All westbound lanes of I-30 were closed for nearly four hours before reopening just before 7 a.m., according to a journalist on the scene.
We hope everyone involved is okay, and we will share more as details are confirmed.
Local Crash Information for Mesquite, TX
The truck crash was reported on Interstate 30 in Mesquite. For more crash news from the area, see our latest Dallas County crash news.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an underride crash?
An underride crash happens when a smaller vehicle slides partly or fully beneath a large truck or trailer during a collision, usually leading to severe damage because the truck's frame sits higher than the car's structure.
What are common causes of large-truck or truck-related crashes?
Large vehicles involved in crashes are frequently tied to factors like reduced visibility, sudden stops, lane changes near blind spots, or another driver failing to notice a stopped or slow-moving vehicle in time.
How can drivers share the road safely near trucks or stopped emergency vehicles?
Giving extra following distance, slowing down near flashing lights or blocked lanes, and staying alert for sudden stops can help drivers react in time near trucks, fire apparatus, or other large vehicles on the roadway.
Does driver fatigue play a role in these crashes?
Fatigue can slow reaction time and reduce awareness, which investigators sometimes cite as a contributing factor in crashes involving stopped or slow-moving vehicles, though it is confirmed only when an agency states it directly.
