A traffic incident involving a semi-truck occurred today on State Route 57 South near Yorba Linda Boulevard in Fullerton, CA. At approximately 6:40 PM, the semi-truck lost two or more tires, which led to the vehicle becoming undriveable. Initial reports indicated that the tires had struck two SUVs; however, it was later confirmed that only the tractor-trailer was involved, with no other vehicles present at the scene.
Emergency services responded promptly, and the situation was managed without any confirmed injuries. The semi-truck came to a stop against a sound wall on the narrow right shoulder of the roadway. A tow truck was requested to assist with the removal of the vehicle, with an estimated arrival time of 1.5 hours.
Traffic in the area experienced some disruptions, but the roadway was cleared to Orangethorpe Avenue shortly after the incident. Authorities confirmed that the tractor-trailer was the only vehicle involved, alleviating concerns about additional collisions.
Motorists traveling through the area should remain cautious and be aware of potential delays as towing operations are underway. The California Highway Patrol is managing the situation to ensure the safe and efficient clearance of the roadway.