A rollover collision involving a single vehicle occurred today on State Route 128 near Navarro, California. The incident took place around 11:33 PM when a silver Toyota Tacoma hit black ice, causing the driver to lose control and the vehicle to overturn off the roadway.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where they found the Tacoma overturned approximately 30 feet off the road. The status of any injuries remains unknown, as the driver reportedly left the vehicle before help arrived.
A tow truck was requested to recover the vehicle, and traffic was temporarily halted to facilitate the recovery process. The California Highway Patrol conducted an inspection of the roadway and did not find any visible black ice after the incident. However, the presence of black ice at the time may have contributed to the rollover.
Motorists traveling on State Route 128 are advised to exercise caution, especially during colder temperatures when icy conditions can occur. Following the recovery of the vehicle, the roadway was cleared, and normal traffic flow was restored.
This incident serves as a reminder for drivers to maintain safe speeds and be vigilant in adverse weather conditions.