Rochester, NY (February 1, 2026) – A motor vehicle accident resulting in injuries was reported Saturday along Interstate 390 southbound near Lexington Ave in the Rochester area, prompting a response from emergency responders and emergency medical services.
The accident occurred on the southbound lanes of I-390 near the Lexington Ave overpass as traffic moved through the area. Individuals involved in the collision were reported to be suffering from a variety of injuries following the impact. Paramedics arrived at the scene to assess those hurt and provided routine medical care, consistent with a basic life support response, before determining whether transportation to nearby hospitals was necessary.
Vehicles involved in the accident were found stopped along the interstate, leading to traffic slowdowns in the southbound lanes. Fire crews assisted with securing the scene and managing roadway safety while emergency medical services focused on patient care and evaluation.
Traffic along I-390 southbound experienced delays as responders remained on scene addressing injuries and monitoring conditions. Drivers traveling through the area were urged to proceed with caution while emergency activity continued near the Lexington Ave area.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what may have contributed to the accident, and the incident remains under review. Additional details about the number of vehicles involved or the extent of injuries have not yet been confirmed.
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this accident, and we hope those who were injured are able to recover fully.
