A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today at Northbound State Route 99 and Whisler Road in McFarland, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 12:47 AM, when a gray Ford Mustang collided with a wall, leading to a yellow El Camino becoming stuck on the train tracks shortly thereafter.
Emergency services promptly responded to the scene, halting traffic in the area to ensure safety. By 12:55 AM, Union Pacific Railroad was notified and began stopping traffic to prevent any potential train incidents. Fortunately, there were no trains in the vicinity at the time, but traffic remained halted as emergency crews worked to manage the situation.
At 1:03 AM, a tow truck was requested to assist in removing the yellow El Camino from the tracks, indicating that specialized equipment may be needed for the extraction. The status of any injuries resulting from the collision remains unknown at this time.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes, as traffic disruptions are expected to continue until the situation is resolved. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the incident and the reopening of the affected roadway.