WEBSTER, Burnett County, Wis., Nov. 7, 2026 — A two-vehicle crash on Highway 70 near Siren left two drivers injured on Wednesday morning, November 4, one of them critically, according to the Wisconsin State Patrol.
The crash happened around 9:57 a.m. at Highway 70 and Narrows Drive in Burnett County, the Wisconsin State Patrol said. A westbound van was passing another westbound vehicle when it collided with an eastbound straight truck, the agency reported. The van came to rest in the roadway, and the straight truck ran into the south ditch.
The van's driver, a 58-year-old man from Hertel, suffered life-threatening injuries and was taken to Regions Hospital in St. Paul. The straight truck's driver, a 41-year-old man from Rice Lake, had non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to Burnett Medical Center in Grantsburg. Both drivers were wearing seatbelts, and the press release indicated alcohol was not a factor for either.
Several local agencies assisted at the scene, including the Burnett County Sheriff's Office, Webster Fire Department, Webster First Responders, Siren Police Department, Hertel First Responders and North Memorial Health Ambulance. The Wisconsin State Patrol said the crash remains under investigation and no enforcement action has been determined.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Wisconsin
This crash happened at Highway 70 and Narrows Drive in Webster, WI. Our Wisconsin intersections page covers intersection crashes across Wisconsin.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do weather and road conditions affect crash risk?
Wet, icy or poorly lit roads can make passing maneuvers and stopping distances harder to judge, raising the chance of a collision like this one. Drivers should adjust speed to match visibility and surface conditions, not just the posted limit.
What should someone do right after a two-vehicle crash?
Call 911, check for injuries, and move to a safe spot off the roadway if the vehicles are drivable. Exchange information with the other driver and wait for law enforcement to document the scene before leaving.
Where do most highway crashes like this happen?
Collisions involving a passing maneuver commonly occur on rural two-lane highways where drivers try to get around slower traffic in the face of oncoming vehicles. Clear sightlines and patience before passing cut down on this risk.
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