Mineral County, NV (September 9, 2026) – Minor injuries were reported after a rollover crash involving a semi-truck and a pickup truck on U.S. 95 near mile marker 69 on Monday morning. The crash occurred around 9:45 a.m. just north of Hawthorne.
The semi-truck overturned and blocked traffic in both directions. The collision temporarily prevented traffic from traveling through the affected section of U.S. 95.
Only minor injuries were reported following the crash. Both directions remained blocked for several hours while crews cleared the roadway.
All travel lanes reopened at about 3:50 p.m. Further details about the injured people were not immediately available. The circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation. We hope those affected recover fully.
What Makes Rollover Crashes Dangerous?
Rollover crashes can be especially hazardous because a vehicle may overturn after losing stability during a collision, sudden steering maneuver, or when it leaves the roadway. Tall, heavily loaded vehicles can have a higher center of gravity, which may increase the risk of rollover under certain driving conditions.
Drivers should maintain a safe speed and avoid abrupt steering movements. Properly securing cargo can also help prevent shifts that may affect vehicle stability.
When sharing the road with large trucks, motorists should avoid lingering beside them and allow sufficient space for lane changes. Maintaining a safe following distance provides more time to react if a truck suddenly slows, swerves, or loses control.
Wet or uneven pavement can further affect vehicle handling. Reducing speed as conditions worsen can help drivers maintain control and respond safely to hazards.
