A U-Haul moving truck collided with trees on Wild Cat Road in Shingletown, CA, today, resulting in the vehicle becoming stuck and requiring towing assistance. The incident occurred near the junction of Wild Cat Road and Black Butte Road at approximately 11:36 PM. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, initially classifying the incident as serious, but it was later determined to involve unknown injuries.
The U-Haul truck veered off the road and struck several trees, leaving it immobilized. Occupants faced challenges as they attempted to free the truck, which was entangled in barbed wire. A tow truck was called to assist in recovering the vehicle, which was successfully removed from the site around 2:12 AM.
In addition to the truck's recovery, approximately 150 feet of fencing was reported damaged, along with a road sign indicating a 20 MPH curve ahead. Fortunately, there were no significant injuries reported among the occupants, and traffic flow was minimally impacted as emergency crews worked to clear the scene.
Motorists traveling on Wild Cat Road should remain cautious in the area as cleanup efforts continue. The California Highway Patrol urges drivers to exercise care and adhere to posted speed limits, especially in regions with potential hazards.