According to ODOT, four cars and a log truck were involved in the collision on Highway 99 North. Details on what led up to the accident were not immediately released
Eugene, OR – A multi-vehicle collision on OR-99 in Lane County left at least one person injured on Friday morning, according to the Oregon Department of Transportation.
The incident was reported at around 6:00 a.m. January 17, at Meadowview Road near Eugene.
According to ODOT, four cars and a log truck were involved in the collision on Highway 99 North. Details on what led up to the accident were not immediately released.
At least one person was transported to a hospital for treatment. The extent of the person's injuries was not specified.
No additional details on the incident were immediately available. The Oregon State Police is conducting an investigation into the incident.
According to the Oregon Department of Transportation, Oregon experienced an estimated 34,000 reported traffic crashes in 2024, resulting in more than 250 fatalities and thousands of injuries, with head-on and lane-departure collisions a significant contributing factor in rural highway fatalities.
Lane County's rural highways, including stretches of Highway 99 and I-5, have historically seen higher-than-average serious collisions per capita compared to urban areas, often involving speed, loss of control, or head-on impact, according to ODOT Crash Data.
Head-on and loss-of-control collisions on rural highways can be deadly. Always drive within posted speed limits, remain alert and focused, and avoid distractions. On two-lane highways, maintain safe control of your vehicle at all times — your life and the lives of others depend on it.
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