The crash, which occurred near I-5 in Avenal, resulted in multiple injuries. Learn what is known and how to request an official crash report.
AVENAL, CA - January 7, 2026
A fiery multi-vehicle crash occurred on the Lassen Ave Off-Ramp near Interstate 5 in Avenal, California, on Wednesday. The incident resulted in multiple injuries, although the exact number of people involved and the time of the crash have not been specified. Authorities have not yet released further details about the vehicles involved or the cause of the crash.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 7, 2026, time not specified
- Location: Lassen Ave Off-Ramp Near I-5, Avenal, CA
- Type of crash: Multi-vehicle
- Injuries / fatalities: Multiple injuries, fatalities not specified
- Source(s): Local Accident Reports
Crash Overview
The crash took place on the Lassen Ave Off-Ramp near I-5 in Avenal, CA. Reports indicate that multiple vehicles were involved, resulting in a fiery scene. The exact sequence of events leading to the crash has not been detailed in available reports. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene, but the specific agencies involved have not been identified. The crash resulted in multiple injuries, although further details about the severity of these injuries or the number of people affected have not been released. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and no allegations or contributing factors have been specified at this time.
People Involved
Details about the individuals involved in the crash have not been disclosed. Authorities have reported multiple injuries, but the number of injured parties and the severity of their injuries have not been specified. No fatalities have been confirmed, and the names of those involved have not been released.