Van Nuys, CA (February 28, 2026) – One person was hospitalized following a multi-vehicle collision on Friday evening, February 27, at the Sherman Way and Hayvenhurst Avenue intersection. The crash was reported at approximately 4:40 p.m. It involved multiple vehicles on the busy roadway. Video footage from the scene showed at least seven vehicles heavily damaged, some shoved sideways by the impact’s force. A Metro bus was also halted nearby as emergency crews blocked the intersection to traffic. Officials have not disclosed details on how the crash started or the number of injuries. The area stayed closed temporarily as crews cleared the damaged vehicles from the roadway. Officials are still probing the crash’s cause, with further details to be shared once available. Our thoughts go out to the injured as they heal. How Multi-Vehicle Crashes Unfold on Crowded Urban Roads. Multi-vehicle crashes frequently occur in heavy traffic, where one abrupt stop or collision sets off a chain reaction. When cars travel closely together, drivers might lack sufficient time or distance to avoid the vehicle ahead. The impact from the initial collision can propel vehicles into adjacent lanes or into other cars. It can disperse damage over a broad region, resulting in road closures as crews clear away debris. Investigators typically examine traffic patterns, signal timings, and the post-crash positions of all vehicles.
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