A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on State Route 88 near Markleeville, CA, at approximately 4:31 PM. The incident involved a Caltrans truck, a U-Haul truck, and an unknown vehicle, although the extent of the unknown vehicle's involvement remains unclear.
The collision began when the unknown vehicle rear-ended the Caltrans truck, which then struck the U-Haul truck. Emergency services were dispatched promptly and arrived on the scene around 5:59 PM to manage the situation and coordinate towing services. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
Due to the collision, the U-Haul truck was rendered undriveable and required towing from the scene. The status of the Caltrans truck and the unknown vehicle is uncertain, but it was confirmed that the Caltrans truck was involved in the accident. Multiple towing requests were made to assist with the vehicles involved.
As a consequence of the accident, both directions of State Route 88 were closed from Red Lake to Carson Pass, causing significant traffic disruption in the area. The road remained closed for several hours while emergency services worked to clear the scene and ensure safety. By 7:33 PM, it was reported that the occupants of the unknown vehicle were unaccounted for.
This incident underscores the importance of road safety and the need for caution, particularly in areas prone to accidents. Motorists are advised to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent similar incidents in the future.
As the situation develops, updates will be provided regarding the status of the vehicles involved and any further actions taken by emergency services. For now, drivers are encouraged to seek alternative routes while the area remains closed.