Nashua, NH (April 23, 2026) – A motor vehicle collision was reported on the southbound Route 3 off-ramp to Exit 1 on Monday, April 21, at approximately 12:28 p.m. The crash occurred along the Everett Turnpike in Nashua.
At least one person was reported hurt, though the extent of any injuries was not confirmed at the time of the initial report. Drivers in the area were advised to use caution, as delays were expected following the collision.
No further details about the vehicles involved or the cause of the crash have been released.
The incident remains under review by authorities, and more information will be shared as it becomes available. We are thinking of those affected as they receive medical care.
What Drivers Should Know About Off-Ramp Crashes on New Hampshire Highways
Off-ramp crashes are more common than many drivers expect, particularly on busy highway corridors like Route 3 in the Nashua area. Vehicles transitioning from highway speeds to slower surface street speeds must adjust quickly, and a moment of inattention or misjudgment can lead to a collision. Merging traffic, reduced lane width, and tight curves on ramps all add to the challenge.
Exit 1 on the Everett Turnpike sits near a heavily traveled stretch of road that connects New Hampshire to the Massachusetts border. Traffic volumes on this corridor tend to be high during midday hours, particularly on weekdays. When a crash occurs on an off-ramp, the backup can extend onto the main travel lanes of the highway, creating additional risks for drivers who may not expect stopped or slow-moving traffic ahead.
