A significant traffic collision occurred today at the intersection of Avenue 12 and Road 26 in Madera, California, involving a big rig and a school bus. The incident took place around 11:25 AM, resulting in major damage to the school bus and prompting an immediate response from emergency services.
Upon arrival, emergency personnel found a party laying on the roadway, indicating the seriousness of the situation. Fire and medical services were dispatched shortly after to provide assistance. The scene was chaotic, with reports of unknown injuries, although specific details regarding the nature of these injuries remain unclear.
Traffic in both directions on Avenue 12 was impacted as responders worked to manage the scene. By 11:36 AM, authorities had closed the road to facilitate the safe removal of the vehicles involved. A tow truck was called to assist with the damaged school bus.
Additionally, there were reports of damage to a nearby power pole, which may have affected local utilities. As of 12:36 PM, the situation was still being assessed, and the roadway remained closed while crews worked diligently to clear the area and restore normal traffic flow.
Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes as the cleanup continues. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.