[01-09-2026] San Diego County, CA – Three-Vehicle Collision Disrupts Traffic on Eastbound SR-76 Near Gird Rd.

Traffic on eastbound State Route 76 was disrupted following a three-vehicle collision near Gird Road in San Diego County on Friday evening, January 9, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash was reported at approximately 7:45 p.m. and involved three vehicles: a van, an unknown sedan, and a white sedan. 

Emergency responders, including Engine 115 and Medic 115, were dispatched to the scene for the traffic collision on State Route 76 near Gird Road.

At 7:48 p.m., CHP requested a tow truck for a Toyota Corolla that was unable to move. By 8:01 p.m., CHP units had blocked the number one and two lanes to manage the scene.

Initially reported with unknown injuries, the situation was later updated to include an ambulance en route to the scene.

The cause of the collision is under investigation.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

• Check yourself for any injuries.
• Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
• Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
• Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
• Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
• Seek immediate medical attention.
• Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

• Check yourself for any injuries.
• Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
• Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
• Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
• Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
• Seek immediate medical attention.
• Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.