A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on State Route 99 South near Avenue 12 in Madera, California. The incident took place at approximately 1:05 PM and involved a black Chevrolet Silverado and a big rig. A potential third vehicle, a black Toyota Camry, was mentioned but has not been confirmed as part of the collision.
Emergency responders arrived quickly at the scene, where both the Chevrolet Silverado and the big rig were blocking the first lane of the roadway. To manage the situation, traffic management activated warning signs for stopped traffic ahead. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported from the incident.
A tow truck was called to the scene to assist in removing the vehicles, which were successfully cleared by 2:55 PM. Following the removal, traffic flow resumed normally, alleviating any delays caused by the incident.
Motorists in the area are reminded to remain cautious and drive safely, particularly in busy traffic zones. The California Highway Patrol encourages all drivers to adhere to traffic regulations to prevent similar incidents in the future.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the need for vigilance when navigating through areas with heavy traffic.