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SAN MARCOS, San Diego County, Calif., Nov. 8, 2026 — Two people were hurt on Saturday evening, November 7, in a two-vehicle crash on eastbound State Route 78 at Nordahl Road, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash involved a red sedan and a white BMW. One of the vehicles could not be moved out of the roadway because of the injuries involved, and an ambulance was requested to the scene. Units on scene reported the vehicles remained blocking lanes and posed a hazard to traffic still moving through the area.
Caltrans Freeway Service Patrol crews responded to help manage the scene and asked whether a vehicle should be pulled to the right shoulder. At least one lane, reported as the number 2 lane, was blocked for a period while crews worked. The extent of the injuries was not detailed in the log, and the CHP had closed its incident report by early evening.
No further information on the cause of the crash or any citations has been released. The CHP has not said whether speed, impairment or another factor played a role.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
Intersection Safety in California
The crash was reported at State Route 78 and Nordahl Road in San Marcos. Readers following crash news in San Diego County can find more about intersections across the state on our guide to California intersections.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do weather and road conditions affect crash risk?
Wet pavement, debris, glare, and low visibility can all reduce a driver's ability to stop in time or stay in a lane, especially on freeways where speeds are higher.
What should I do right after being in a car accident?
Move to a safe spot if possible, call 911, check for injuries, and exchange information with the other driver while waiting for law enforcement to arrive.
Where do most traffic crashes happen?
A large share of crashes occur on busy freeway corridors and at interchanges, where merging traffic and speed differences between vehicles raise the chance of a collision.
Measures Drivers Can Take
Keeping a safe following distance, avoiding distractions, and slowing down in heavy traffic or near interchanges can cut the chance of being involved in a collision.
