Richvale, CA. – A woman was injured in a car accident that happened on Wednesday morning in Richvale.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the accident happened around 7:51 a.m. on Highway 162 near County Road ZZ.
39-year-old Cassandra Amore, of Willows, was driving a 2007 Honda eastbound on Highway 162 when she drifted into the opposite lanes and collided with a westbound 2019 RAM pickup truck.
Amore sustained minor injuries in the crash and was transported to Enloe Health for treatment.
More details about the accident were not released.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
California continues to experience a high number of vehicle collisions each year. According to the California Highway Patrol’s Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), there were over 2,000 fatal crashes and nearly 300,000 total collisions reported statewide in 2024. Rear-end and multi-vehicle collisions on major freeways like SR-22 contribute significantly to injuries and hospitalizations.
Drivers are reminded to maintain safe following distances, reduce speeds during low-light conditions, and avoid distractions while driving. Early-morning commuters should stay alert on busy freeways and always wear seatbelts to reduce the risk of serious injuries in multi-vehicle collisions.
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