![[11-11-2025] Three Hospitalized After Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 135 in Orcutt](https://ak1.to//BwZd.webp)
Three people were taken to the hospital following a two-vehicle crash on Highway 135 in Orcutt on Tuesday afternoon, November 11, 2025.
The incident occurred shortly after 4 p.m. in the southbound lanes at the “Y” intersection with Highway 1. The Santa Barbara County Fire Department responded to the scene, where two vehicles were involved in the collision. All three individuals sustained moderate injuries and were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The crash initially blocked one lane of the highway, but by 5 p.m., all lanes had been reopened to traffic.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the crash.
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.
