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SAHUARITA, Pima County, Ariz., Oct. 29, 2026 — A traffic crash was reported on Thursday morning, October 29, on northbound Interstate 19 near kilometer post 68 close to Sahuarita, according to a regional fire dispatch log. Fire crews were sent to the scene for what was described as a minor traffic accident.
Dispatch records show multiple units, including a ladder truck, an engine crew and a battalion chief, were assigned to the northbound Interstate 19 location near kilometer post 68. The dispatch described the crash as minor, though the extent of any damage or injuries has not been confirmed so far. It is not yet known how many vehicles were involved.
The same dispatch log also listed a separate medical emergency call in the area, along North Ruth Ross Road, that was routed to fire crews around the same time. That call does not appear to be connected to the Interstate 19 crash.
No agency has released information on what caused the crash or whether speed or impairment played any role. This report will be updated if fire or law enforcement officials release further details.
We hope everyone involved is okay, and we will share more as details are confirmed.
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