A traffic collision involving two vehicles, a semi-truck and a white SUV, occurred early this morning on the southbound lanes of State Route 99 at the Interstate 5 interchange in Sacramento, CA. The incident took place around 1:50 AM and resulted in no injuries.
Reports indicate that the white SUV lost control while merging onto the freeway, leading to a collision with the semi-truck. The impact caused the semi-truck to cross into the northbound lanes and come to rest in a ditch. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, addressing concerns of hazardous materials due to an oil leak from the semi-truck's engine.
Debris from the collision was reported in the northbound lanes, prompting lane closures to ensure the safety of motorists. A tow truck was dispatched to remove both vehicles from the scene. By approximately 2:27 AM, the roadway was cleared, and traffic resumed normal flow.
Authorities confirmed that the incident was classified as a hazmat situation due to the leaking oil, necessitating additional precautions. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, and the situation was managed efficiently by emergency responders. Motorists are advised to remain cautious in the area as cleanup efforts were underway.