A traffic collision involving two vehicles, a semi-truck and a Honda Civic, occurred today at the intersection of State Route 152 and Lovers Lane in Hollister, CA. The incident took place around 5:43 AM when the semi-truck jackknifed after colliding with the Honda Civic, which became immovable as a result of the crash.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, confirming that the driver of the semi-truck was unharmed. However, the status of the occupants in the Honda Civic remains unclear, indicating unknown injuries. The collision led to the closure of both westbound and eastbound lanes on State Route 152, causing significant traffic disruptions.
As recovery operations began, a tow truck was requested for the semi-truck, which had detached its cab and was leaking diesel fuel. The California Department of Transportation was notified to implement hard closures at the 156 split and Bloomfield to manage traffic effectively. By 7:19 AM, the eastbound lane was reopened, although it was temporarily shut down again for vehicle recovery around 7:39 AM.
Traffic was diverted at San Felipe during the incident, impacting morning commuters. By 7:55 AM, the eastbound lane was fully reopened, allowing traffic to resume its normal flow. Motorists are advised to remain cautious in the area as cleanup efforts continue.