Collision reported at the intersection of Confederation Line and Nauvoo Road in Watford. October, 21, 2026. (Photo courtesy of the Township of Warwick Fire & Rescue Department via Facebook)

Watford collision sends one to hospital

By Natalia Vega

October 21, 2026 - 12:41pm

One person has been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a two-vehicle crash in Watford.

OPP said a crash involving a dump truck and a passenger vehicle occurred on Wednesday at the intersection of Confederation Line and Nauvoo Road.

Confederation Line was closed between Warwick Street and Centennial Avenue, and Nauvoo Road was closed between Confederation Line and McGregor Street.

In a social media post at 12:15 p.m., OPP advised people to avoid the area.

More details will be shared once they become available.

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