SANGER, Fresno County, Calif., Nov. 9, 2026 — A white van and a gray SUV collided on eastbound East Jensen Avenue near South Thompson Avenue on Friday morning, November 6, sending both vehicles off the road and into an orchard, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash was reported shortly after noon. Dispatch logs show the white van rolled onto its side after the two vehicles struck each other near the East Jensen Avenue and South Thompson Avenue area. Both vehicles ended up off the roadway in an orchard.
Injuries were unknown in the initial reports. Emergency crews were sent to the scene with medical personnel as a precaution, though dispatch notes indicate occupants had not yet gotten out of the vehicles when crews arrived. Other motorists stopped to help before emergency responders got there.
The CHP marked the crash as a traffic hazard and asked for tow trucks to clear the vehicles from the scene. The cause of the crash has not been released, and the CHP has not said whether speed or any other factor played a role. The collision remains under investigation.
We hope those who were hurt recover fully and quickly.
Intersection Safety in California
The crash was reported at East Jensen Avenue and South Thompson Avenue in Sanger. Readers following crash news in Fresno County can find more about intersections across the state on our guide to California intersections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are rollover crashes considered especially serious?
When a vehicle rolls, occupants can be thrown around the cabin or partially ejected, and the roof can cave in under repeated impacts. This raises the chance of severe injury compared to a crash where the vehicle stays upright.
Which vehicles tend to roll over more easily?
Taller, narrower vehicles such as SUVs, pickups and vans have a higher center of gravity, which makes them more prone to tipping during a sharp turn or after striking another object than lower, wider passenger cars.
Does wearing a seat belt matter in a rollover?
Yes. A seat belt keeps an occupant positioned inside the vehicle during a roll, which lowers the risk of being thrown against the roof or ejected through a window or door.
What does it mean when a rollover is described as "tripped"?
A tripped rollover happens when a tire hits a curb, soft shoulder, or other obstruction and digs in, causing the vehicle to flip.
