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Yolo Today
By the People, for the People
Two Dead in Wrong-Way Crash on I-5 in Yolo County
Authorities suspect drugs or alcohol were factors in the fatal collision
Published on Mar. 10, 2026
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A wrong-way crash on Interstate 5 in rural Yolo County, California has left two people dead, according to the California Highway Patrol. The incident occurred just before midnight on Tuesday, with one vehicle apparently crossing over into oncoming traffic and colliding head-on with another vehicle. The wrong-way driver and a passenger in the other vehicle were killed, while the other driver suffered major injuries. Investigators believe drugs or alcohol may have been contributing factors in the crash.
Why it matters
Wrong-way crashes on highways are a major public safety concern, often resulting in severe injuries or fatalities. This incident highlights the need for increased awareness and enforcement around impaired driving, which continues to be a leading cause of such collisions.
The details
According to the CHP, they received reports of the crash just before midnight on Tuesday on Interstate 5 south of County Road 8 in rural Yolo County. First responders found that two vehicles were involved, with one of the vehicles having apparently crossed over into the wrong direction of I-5. The wrong-way driver was killed in the crash, as was a passenger in the vehicle that was struck head-on. The other driver suffered major injuries.
- The crash occurred just before midnight on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
The players
California Highway Patrol
The state law enforcement agency that responded to and is investigating the fatal wrong-way crash on Interstate 5.
What’s next
CHP investigators are still looking into the crash to determine the exact cause, but they believe drugs or alcohol may have been contributing factors.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the need for continued vigilance and action to combat impaired driving, which remains a leading cause of fatal wrong-way crashes on highways across California and the country.
