[07-19-2026] El Dorado County, CA – Head-On Collision Shuts Down Highway 50 At Strawberry Lane

A head-on collision temporarily closed part of Highway 50 in El Dorado County on Sunday afternoon, July 19, 2026.

According to Caltrans, the crash was reported around 1:23 p.m. at Strawberry Lane, prompting lane closures.

Motorists were advised to use alternate routes while crews responded to the scene and cleared the roadway.

Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances of the collision.

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