Apparently Reed's wife and older daughter' vehicle was rear ended at a high rate of speed. Neither are said to have life threatening injuries but NBC (local DC news) has reported Mrs Reed's back and neck were broken.
Sen. Reid's wife, daughter injured in car crash - On Politics: Covering the US Congress, Governors, and the 2010 Election - USATODAY.com
Sen. Reid's wife, daughter injured in car crash - On Politics: Covering the US Congress, Governors, and the 2010 Election - USATODAY.com