Head-on Crash Highway 79, Dugan Drive Near Temecula in Riverside County

RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif., (October 22, 2026) — A head-on collision resulted in minor injuries early Thursday morning on Highway 79 at Dugan Drive in the Aguanga area, just east of Temecula.

The incident was reported on Oct. 22nd at approximately 7:46 a.m., involving a head-on collision in a construction area on the one-way road. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) confirmed that three to four vehicles were involved in the collision. Two of the vehicles sustained major damage, while a third vehicle had moderate damage. The damage to a fourth vehicle remains unknown.

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Emergency responders, including personnel from CAL FIRE and AMR units, arrived on the scene shortly after the collision. At least two ambulances were requested to transport injured individuals. The eastbound lanes were blocked, and three tow trucks were called to clear the roadway.

The incident was initially recorded as a major injury collision but was later downgraded to a minor injury collision. The investigation is ongoing, and the CHP is seeking any witnesses to provide further information regarding the crash.

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