Multi Vehicle Crash on Highway 95 Near Casino Drive

Emergency crews from the Somerton Cocopah Fire Department arrived at the scene of a multi vehicle collision Friday evening at the intersection of Highway 95 and Casino Drive. First responders reported three damaged vehicles, including one that rolled over, and five people involved in the crash. SCFD confirmed that four patients were transported to Onvida Health for further evaluation and one person refused transport at the scene. All reported injuries were described as non life threatening.

A brief timeline of the incident begins with the initial dispatch to the intersection, followed by arrival of fire and emergency medical crews who conducted patient assessment and triage. Crews secured the scene and coordinated with transport units to move four patients to Onvida Health while one individual declined ambulance transport after assessment. Fire personnel and any assisting agencies then worked to clear debris and reopen the roadway.

The crash briefly affected traffic flow on a busy stretch of Highway 95 that serves commuters, agricultural workers, and commercial vehicles that connect Yuma County to neighboring areas. Expect delays in the vicinity of Casino Drive while emergency response was underway, and be aware that such incidents can complicate evening travel and freight movement. Local residents who travel Highway 95 for work or appointments should plan for potential congestion and follow posted detours or directions from law enforcement and traffic control personnel.

The incident underscores the role of local emergency services and nearby medical facilities in responding to multi vehicle collisions. Onvida Health provided transport and evaluation for the injured, demonstrating local capacity to receive patients from roadway incidents. Authorities have not provided further details on the cause of the crash. Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously, avoid distractions, and allow extra travel time in the area while cleanup and any remaining investigations continue.