A significant traffic incident occurred today on Interstate 5 North near the Twin Cities Road on-ramp in Elk Grove, CA, when a semi-truck rolled over, blocking both lanes of the highway. The collision, which involved at least one semi-truck, was reported early this morning around 3:07 AM, leading to a complete blockage of the northbound lanes.
Emergency services responded promptly, issuing a signal alert to advise motorists to seek alternative routes. Traffic was diverted off to Twin Cities Road, with detours recommended via River Road or Hood Franklin Road. As the situation developed, it was confirmed that the incident resulted in unknown injuries.
By late morning, emergency crews had successfully cleared the blockage, allowing traffic to resume. However, significant delays were experienced throughout the morning, with all southbound traffic halted temporarily while detours were established.
The incident also impacted the delivery of medical supplies, as hospital staff awaited crucial deliveries that were delayed due to the traffic situation. By approximately 1:38 PM, debris was cleared from the roadway, enabling normal traffic flow to resume.
Motorists are reminded to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic advisories in the area as cleanup efforts continue.