[10-16-2026] Glenn County, CA – Two Killed, Two Injured After Three-Vehicle Crash in Ord Bend

Two people were killed, and two others sustained minor injuries in a three-vehicle collision in Ord Bend, Glenn County, on Friday afternoon, October 16, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at around 2:34 p.m. on Highway 45. 

A Chevrolet Volt, Ford Ranger, and Toyota Tacoma were traveling northbound at approximately 55 mph.

CHP said the Tacoma entered the southbound lane to pass the Ranger when the Ranger moved left to pass the Volt. The Tacoma swerved onto the gravel shoulder, lost control, and struck the Ranger, pushing it into the Volt.

The Ranger and Volt left the east edge of the roadway and struck trees in an almond orchard. The Ranger overturned, ejecting its 72-year-old female driver and 68-year-old male passenger. Both sustained fatal injuries. Their identities were withheld pending family notification.

The Volt’s driver and passenger were transported to Enloe Health by air and ground ambulance with minor injuries. The Tacoma driver stopped on the west shoulder without injury.

The crash remains under investigation, including whether drugs or alcohol contributed.

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