Head-On Crash Reported at West Road Offramp in Redwood Valley

Two vehicles involved after one was going the wrong way, causing a collision north of Ukiah

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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A head-on traffic collision was reported around 8:01 p.m. this evening at the West Road offramp east of Highway 101 in Redwood Valley north of Ukiah, according to the California Highway Patrol. First reports on the scanner state two vehicles were involved in the crash after one vehicle was going the wrong way on the offramp.

Why it matters

Wrong-way driving incidents on highway offramps and exits can be extremely dangerous, often leading to severe head-on collisions. This crash highlights the need for improved signage, lighting, and driver awareness to prevent such dangerous situations on local roads.

The details

Dispatch logs described the collision as a head-on crash involving what appeared to be a white Toyota Highlander and a brown GMC Yukon. Both vehicles are off to the side of the roadway and traffic is able to pass the scene. Fluids were reported leaking from at least one of the vehicles.

  • The crash was reported around 8:01 p.m. on March 8, 2026.

The players

California Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency that responded to and reported on the incident.

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What’s next

The California Highway Patrol will continue to investigate the cause of the wrong-way driving and the circumstances surrounding the head-on collision.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, especially when navigating highway offramps and exits, to prevent dangerous head-on crashes and protect all road users.