Semi-Truck Overturns, Causing Traffic Delays

Semi-Truck Overturns on Empire Grade Road in Santa Cruz, CA, No Injuries Reported

📍 Santa Cruz, CA

📅 Published: January 29, 2025 at 11:02 AM

🔄 Updated: January 29, 2025 at 01:30 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, January 29, 2025 -

A semi-truck with a trailer overturned today on Empire Grade Road in Santa Cruz, CA, resulting in no reported injuries. The incident occurred around 10:26 AM when the truck was found on its side in the northbound lane. Emergency services responded promptly, establishing traffic control to manage the situation.

A tow truck was called to assist with the recovery of the overturned vehicle. By 11:55 AM, the entire road was closed to facilitate the recovery operations, ensuring the safety of both responders and the public. One-way traffic control was implemented to allow limited access for vehicles while crews worked at the scene.

As recovery efforts progressed, additional equipment was requested to aid in righting the vehicle. The road remained closed for an extended period as crews diligently worked to clear the area.

Motorists in the vicinity are advised to seek alternative routes until the recovery operations are completed. The California Highway Patrol and local emergency services are focused on resolving the incident safely while minimizing disruptions to traffic flow.

Drivers are encouraged to stay informed about road conditions and to exercise caution when traveling near the ongoing recovery efforts.

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