A multi-vehicle collision occurred today at the intersection of U.S. Highway 50 East and Sly Park Road On-Ramp in Pollock Pines, CA, involving three vehicles: a black Toyota pickup truck, a gray sedan, and a yellow Caterpillar loader. The incident was reported at approximately 5:21 PM and resulted in unknown injuries.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where both lanes of the highway were blocked for several hours. A tow truck was called to assist in clearing the vehicles, and the California Fire Department was also on-site to provide support.
As responders worked to manage the situation, traffic was significantly impacted, with motorists advised to avoid the area due to lane closures. The first lane was reopened around 6:11 PM, but the second lane remained blocked for some time due to the heavy loader. Traffic was reported to be slow as vehicles merged into the open lane.
By 9:20 PM, the roadway was cleared, and all lanes were reopened to traffic. Although there were unknown injuries reported, emergency personnel effectively managed the situation, ensuring the safety of all involved. Motorists are reminded to exercise caution and remain aware of their surroundings while driving in busy areas.