A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on State Route 65 North near Nelson Lane in Lincoln, CA. The incident, which took place around 10:28 AM, involved two semi-trucks and a Chevrolet 2500 pickup truck towing a boat. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene to address a diesel leak from one of the semi-trucks, with an estimated 30 to 40 gallons of diesel fuel leaking onto the roadway. The Department of Transportation was called in to manage the spill, ensuring that it was contained and did not pose a hazard to passing vehicles.
Initially, the number three lane was closed to facilitate cleanup and towing operations. A tow truck was dispatched to remove the Chevrolet pickup truck, which had sustained significant damage and was not drivable. By midday, all lanes were reopened, and traffic flow returned to normal.
Motorists traveling through the area were advised to exercise caution due to the earlier incident, but the swift actions of emergency responders helped minimize disruption. The scene was cleared efficiently, allowing for the safe resumption of travel along this busy route.