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OJAI, Ventura County, Calif., Nov. 13, 2026 — A motorcyclist suffered major injuries on Thursday afternoon, November 12, in a collision with a sedan on northbound State Route 33 near mile marker 34.5 in Ojai, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash was reported shortly before 12:45 p.m. near Ojai, north of the city, on a stretch of NB Hwy 33 close to mile marker 34.5. The report describes a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle colliding; the agency upgraded the incident to a major injury collision by early afternoon.
Ventura County Fire Department crews responded to the scene, and a medical helicopter also landed to assist. A tow truck was called to clear the motorcycle from the roadway. It was not immediately clear whether the sedan's driver was hurt.
The CHP has not released the names, ages, or hometowns of those involved. The cause of the crash and whether speed or impairment played a role have not been confirmed, and the log does not indicate the circumstances behind the collision. The CHP's investigation was ongoing as of Thursday afternoon.
We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
Local Crash Information for Ojai, CA
The motorcycle crash was reported on State Route 33 in Ojai. For more crash news from the area, see our latest Ventura County crash news.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do motorcycle crashes tend to result in more serious injuries than other vehicle crashes?
A motorcycle offers no outer frame or airbags to absorb impact, so riders are more exposed when a collision happens, which usually leads to more severe injuries than crashes involving two enclosed vehicles.
How do left-turning vehicles contribute to motorcycle collisions?
A common pattern involves a car turning left across traffic, misjudging the motorcycle's speed or distance because it presents a smaller profile than a car or truck, resulting in a crash as the paths cross.
What can drivers do to spot motorcycles more easily?
Checking mirrors and blind spots twice, allowing extra following distance, and watching intersections and turn lanes closely can help drivers notice a motorcycle before changing lanes or turning.
What should a rider do immediately after a motorcycle crash?
If possible, move to a safe location away from traffic, call 911, and seek medical evaluation even if injuries seem minor, since some injuries are not immediately obvious.
