A car crashed into a building near SE 142nd Avenue and Division Street in Southeast Portland on Saturday, prompting a multi‑unit response from Portland Fire & Rescue. Crews sent several engines and rescue units to the scene and checked the structure for hazards. At the time of the initial update, officials had not released information about any injuries, possible road closures, or what caused the crash.
SE crews responding to reports of a vehicle into a building near SE 142nd and Division
– Portland Fire & Rescue (@pdxfire) June 27, 2026
In a brief post on X, Portland Fire & Rescue wrote, “SE crews responding to reports of a vehicle into a building near SE 142nd and Division.” The agency did not say whether anyone was hurt, whether the driver stayed at the scene, or how extensive the damage was.
Where It Happened and Safety Context
The intersection of SE 142nd and Division appears on Portland’s list of high‑crash locations, and the city notes that a rapid flashing beacon was installed at that crossing in 2017, according to the City of Portland. A 2024 review of the Outer Division Safety Project found mixed results near 141st and 142nd; the corridor overall showed safety gains, but some speed measures increased in that area, highlighting ongoing challenges on Division Street, per the City of Portland…