[11-04-2026] Shasta County, CA – Head-On Crash Blocks Highway 299 East of Buckhorn Summit

A head-on crash blocked both lanes of Highway 299 just east of Buckhorn Summit in Shasta County on Wednesday afternoon, November 4, 2026.

According to preliminary California Highway Patrol logs, the crash was reported around 2:34 p.m. A red Chevrolet, a gray Ford pickup truck, and an RV or camper van were mentioned in the initial reports.

CHP logs indicated that the Chevrolet’s engine area caught fire, with flames and black smoke visible at the scene.

A driver was reportedly trapped inside one of the vehicles. People at the scene were using a sledgehammer in an attempt to access the vehicle.

Caltrans District 2 confirmed that both lanes were blocked while emergency crews, including Cal Fire, responded.

Information about the injuries and the time the highway reopened was not provided in the CHP log.

The investigation is ongoing.

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