A single big rig overturned into the side of a mountain on Interstate 5 South near Sperry Avenue Off-Ramp in Patterson, CA, today, leading to temporary lane closures. The incident occurred around 8:22 PM, prompting a rapid response from emergency services. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and both drivers were safely out of their vehicles.
The empty big rig came to rest approximately 50 feet off the roadway. Emergency personnel quickly arrived on the scene, and a tow truck was dispatched to assist with the recovery of the overturned vehicle. Initially classified as a traffic collision with unknown injuries, the California Highway Patrol later confirmed that there were no injuries involved.
Due to the nature of the incident, all lanes were closed for a period to ensure the safety of responders and facilitate the towing process. The roadway was reopened around 12:20 AM, allowing traffic to resume its normal flow.
Drivers in the area were advised to exercise caution and be aware of potential delays as the situation was managed. The prompt response from emergency services ensured that the incident was handled efficiently, minimizing disruption to traffic in the area.