A traffic collision occurred today on southbound State Route 99 near Paige Avenue in Tulare, California, involving a single vehicle that collided with a parked work truck. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported in the incident, which took place around 9:02 PM.
The vehicle drove through an enclosure and struck the back of the work truck, prompting immediate traffic control measures. As a result, both lanes on the southbound side of the freeway were closed, leading to significant traffic delays. By 9:09 PM, traffic was reported to be at a complete stop north of Paige Avenue, with backups extending to Bardsley Avenue by 9:35 PM.
A tow truck was dispatched to the scene to assist with the removal of the involved vehicles. By 9:59 PM, authorities had established a complete closure of the southbound lanes at Paige Avenue to facilitate cleanup and ensure safety for all motorists.
Traffic control personnel were actively managing the situation, utilizing changeable message signs on both sides of the freeway to inform drivers of the ongoing delays. The incident was resolved without further complications, and the roadways were expected to reopen once the vehicles were cleared.
Motorists are advised to remain cautious and expect delays in the area as traffic resumes normal flow.