Major Collision Disrupts Traffic on State Route 99

Traffic Collision on State Route 99 North in Bakersfield, CA, Involves Overturned Vehicle

📍 Bakersfield, CA

📅 Published: January 5, 2025 at 05:33 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield, January 5, 2025 -

A traffic collision occurred today on State Route 99 North near the Kimberlina Road off-ramp in Bakersfield, CA, involving at least one vehicle that was found overturned in the center divider. Emergency services responded to the scene around 4:00 PM after receiving reports of a vehicle on its roof and indications of a fire in the area.

Witnesses reported seeing a vehicle down an embankment near water, but the exact number of vehicles involved remains unclear. As of now, there have been no confirmed injuries reported. Emergency responders are on-site assessing the situation and ensuring safety.

The California Highway Patrol has classified the incident as a traffic collision with an ambulance en route. Fire crews were also dispatched to investigate the reported fire in the vicinity. Motorists traveling through this section of State Route 99 are advised to exercise caution, as traffic may be impacted due to the ongoing response efforts.

Authorities are working to clear the scene and gather more information. Drivers should expect possible lane closures and delays as emergency services manage the incident. Updates will be provided as more details become available regarding the vehicles involved and any necessary road adjustments.

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