[02-02-2026] San Mateo County, CA – Two Injured After Head-On Crash on Highway 1 in El Granada

Two drivers were injured following a head-on collision on Highway 1 near Half Moon Bay in San Mateo County on Monday night, February 2, 2026.

According to authorities, the two-vehicle crash was reported at around 6:30 p.m. near Coral Reef Avenue in El Granada. 

Multiple emergency agencies responded to the scene, where both drivers were found trapped inside their vehicles.

Cal Fire officials reported that one driver was extricated within about 15 minutes, while the second driver required approximately 45 minutes to be removed. One patient was transported by Stanford Life Flight helicopter, and the other by ambulance to a hospital. The condition of the injured drivers was not immediately available.

The cause of the collision remains under investigation.

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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.