Dashwood Road Reopens After Morning Collision Leaves One Injured

Dashwood Road in South Huron has now fully reopened to traffic following a significant two-vehicle collision that occurred early Thursday morning. The incident, which led to a lengthy closure of a vital section of the road, resulted in one person being transported to hospital with minor injuries.

The crash happened on Dashwood Road between Mount Carmel Drive and Grand Bend Road.

Emergency services, including Huron County OPP, were dispatched to the scene shortly after the collision was reported. The area was immediately cordoned off to ensure public safety and allow first responders to manage the situation effectively.

For over five hours, from approximately 5 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.

EDT, motorists faced considerable detours and delays as police investigated the circumstances surrounding the crash. Thankfully, authorities have confirmed that despite the severity of the impact, no fatalities occurred, and the individual taken to hospital is recovering from minor injuries.

Huron County OPP confirmed that their investigation into the two-vehicle collision is ongoing.

While the road is now clear and traffic flow has been restored, charges are pending as police continue to piece together the events that led to the morning's incident. Drivers are reminded to exercise caution and adhere to all traffic laws, especially during early morning commutes.