Driver Injured in Single-Vehicle Rollover West of Clarkston

Rescue crews responded to the scene on Highway 12 on Sunday afternoon.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 8:05pm

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An abstract, impressionistic image of a wrecked vehicle on a rural highway, with the car reduced to streaks of color and motion through the use of a slow shutter speed and panning camera, conveying a sense of chaos and danger.A single-vehicle accident on a remote stretch of Highway 12 exposes the risks and unpredictability of rural road travel.Clarkston Today

A single-vehicle rollover accident occurred on Highway 12 about 10 miles west of Clarkston, Washington on Sunday afternoon. The driver was able to exit the vehicle before emergency responders arrived and was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. One lane of the highway was temporarily blocked while crews worked at the scene.

Why it matters

Single-vehicle rollover accidents can be serious and often indicate driver distraction, impairment, or loss of control. This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and the quick response of local emergency services.

The details

According to officials, dispatchers received reports of the rollover around 3:00 p.m. on Sunday. The vehicle came to rest in a ditch along the westbound lane of Highway 12, having overturned and landed right-side up. The driver was able to exit the vehicle before rescue crews from Asotin County Fire District #1 and a Lewiston Ambulance arrived on the scene.

  • The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon around 3:00 p.m.

The players

Asotin County Fire District #1

The local fire department that responded to the rollover accident.

Lewiston Ambulance

The ambulance service that transported the injured driver to a local hospital.

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What’s next

The driver's condition and the cause of the rollover accident are still under investigation by local authorities.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder for all drivers to remain vigilant, avoid distractions, and drive safely, especially on rural highways, to prevent serious single-vehicle accidents.