Orange Co., CA – Two-Vehicle Crash with Injuries on I-5 at 1st St.

Orange County, CA (August 26, 2025) – A two-vehicle collision left multiple people injured Tuesday morning, August 26, on the southbound lanes of I-5 at 1st Street. The crash occurred around 6:41 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol. When officers arrived, they found both vehicles disabled in traffic with significant front-end damage. Paramedics were dispatched and provided immediate medical care at the scene. At least one injured person was transported to a nearby medical facility for further evaluation, while others were treated on-site. The crash created heavy congestion during the morning commute, forcing several lanes to close as emergency crews cleared the wreckage. Tow trucks removed the damaged vehicles, and traffic was fully restored within a few hours. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident.

Our thoughts are with those who were hurt, and we hope for their quick and complete recovery.