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Reno Today
By the People, for the People
2 Killed in Fiery Wrong-Way Crash on US 395 Near Reno
All northbound lanes closed as authorities investigate the deadly incident.
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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Two people were killed in a head-on collision on U.S. Highway 395 near the California-Nevada border north of Reno on Sunday night. The crash occurred after a vehicle was reported traveling southbound in the northbound lanes, leading to a fiery two-car crash. Emergency responders confirmed two fatalities at the scene.
Why it matters
Wrong-way crashes on highways are a serious public safety concern, often resulting in devastating consequences. This incident highlights the need for improved safety measures and driver education to prevent such tragedies from occurring.
The details
According to California Highway Patrol dispatch logs, the incident was first reported shortly after 7:30 p.m. when callers alerted authorities about a vehicle traveling southbound in the northbound lanes of US 395 near the Bordertown area. Minutes later, a head-on collision between a Hyundai Santa Fe and a Subaru passenger vehicle was confirmed, with witnesses reporting flames following the crash. Emergency responders found one person dead inside a vehicle and performed CPR on a second victim, but both individuals were ultimately pronounced dead at the scene.
- The incident was first reported shortly after 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 16, 2026.
- The head-on collision occurred minutes after the initial reports of a wrong-way driver.
The players
California Highway Patrol
The state law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and is leading the investigation.
Washoe County Sheriff's Office
The local law enforcement agency that assisted with the response and investigation.
Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue
The fire department that responded to the scene and provided emergency medical services.
What’s next
The CHP's Major Accident Investigation Team has been contacted to assist with the ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly crash.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the importance of safe driving practices and the need for enhanced safety measures on highways to prevent wrong-way collisions and save lives.
