ROSS TOWNSHIP, Monroe County, Pa., Nov. 2, 2026 — Five vehicles collided early Saturday morning, October 31, on northbound Route 33 near mile marker 19.4 in Ross Township, according to emergency dispatch communications. At least one person was reportedly trapped in a vehicle, and crews requested a medical helicopter be placed on standby.
The crash was first reported around 1:54 a.m. as a three or four vehicle collision with injuries. Pennsylvania State Police and EMS units responded, and crews on scene shortly after 2 a.m. confirmed at least three vehicles were involved before the count rose to five.
Responding EMS crews requested a fire department response to help free at least one person trapped in a vehicle. A second EMS unit asked that a medical helicopter stand by until it could reach the scene. Responders described most of those involved as walking wounded, with two people out of their vehicles and two more still being worked on at the time of the last update.
The extent of injuries and the cause of the crash have not been released. It remains under investigation.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I come across a crash scene on a highway?
Slow down well before reaching the scene, move into a lane away from responders and vehicles if possible, and watch for people on foot near the roadway. Avoid stopping unless you are directing traffic or providing aid, since stopped vehicles can create a secondary hazard.
Why are multi-vehicle crashes usually linked to following distance?
When vehicles travel too close together, drivers have less time to react to sudden braking ahead. A short following distance can turn a single crash into a chain-reaction pileup as following vehicles are unable to stop in time.
Are secondary crashes common after an initial wreck like this one?
Yes. Vehicles slowing or stopping near an existing crash create a hazard for oncoming traffic, especially at night or in low visibility. That risk is one reason crews usually work to clear lanes and warn approaching drivers quickly.
