SELMA, Fresno County, Calif., Oct. 23, 2026 — A two-vehicle crash left both cars off the roadway in a field near East Jefferson Avenue and South McCall Avenue on Thursday afternoon, October 22, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The collision was reported shortly before 4 p.m. A caller near the scene told dispatchers there were injuries but could not say how many people were hurt or how serious the injuries were. Another caller reported hearing screaming coming from one of the vehicles involved.
The CHP's initial call log listed a white sedan and another vehicle whose type was not confirmed. Responders, including fire crews and ambulance personnel, were sent to the scene, and the agency upgraded the call from a report of unknown injuries to a confirmed-injury crash as units headed that way.
Tow services were requested to remove both vehicles from the field. The circumstances of the crash, including what led the vehicles to leave the roadway, remain under investigation. No information on the number or condition of those injured had been released as of Thursday evening.
We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does following too closely increase the risk of a crash like this?
Leaving only a short gap between vehicles cuts down the time a driver has to react if traffic ahead slows or swerves suddenly. Even a half-second of added reaction time can be the difference between stopping safely and a collision.
Can one crash trigger additional wrecks nearby?
Yes. Vehicles that stop suddenly or end up blocking a lane can catch following traffic off guard, especially if visibility is limited or drivers are following too closely. That's why responders usually work quickly to clear debris and redirect traffic after an initial collision.
Why can multi-vehicle crashes take longer to sort out?
Investigators have to piece together how each vehicle was traveling, where impacts occurred, and in what order events happened, usually relying on physical evidence, witness accounts, and vehicle data recorders. That process can take time, particularly when early reports are incomplete.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Selma, CA
If you're involved in a crash in Selma, try to move to a safe area if your vehicle is drivable and it's safe to do so. Check yourself and any passengers for injuries, and call 911 even if injuries seem minor, since some symptoms take hours to appear. Exchange information with the other driver and note any details you can, like the time and general conditions. It's a good idea to see a doctor promptly for a checkup, even if you feel fine at the scene, and to keep copies of any medical records or police reports for your own files.
