![[10-28-2025] Two Seriously Injured in Head-On Collision on Highway 154 Near Painted Cave Road](https://ak1.to//^9nyC.webp)
Two people were seriously injured in a head-on crash on Highway 154 in the mountains above Santa Barbara on Tuesday afternoon, October 28, 2025.
According to the Santa Barbara County Fire Department, emergency personnel were dispatched shortly after 4 p.m. to the crash site in the eastbound lanes, just east of Painted Cave Road.
The crash involved a Subaru and a Tesla, with at least one of the vehicles briefly catching fire. The Subaru driver suffered major injuries, while the Tesla driver sustained moderate injuries, according to Karen Cruz-Orduña, a spokeswoman for the Fire Department. Both were transported to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital by American Medical Response ambulance.
The names of the victims and details about their conditions have not been released.
Two dogs that were in the Tesla were taken to the Santa Barbara County Animal Shelter in Goleta. They were unharmed in the crash.
The cause of the crash is under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
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.
