A traffic incident occurred today on the northbound lanes of State Route 99 at the junction with State Route 41 in Fresno, CA, involving four vehicles. The collision, reported at approximately 7:56 AM, included a blue Honda, a white Ford pickup, a white mini van, and a black SUV.
As a result of the incident, the middle lane of the roadway was closed to facilitate emergency response efforts. Traffic management units were dispatched to the scene to control the situation and ensure the safe clearing of the roadway. Initial reports indicated additional vehicles, but the confirmed count remained at four.
Emergency responders worked quickly to manage the scene and restore normal traffic flow. By 8:04 AM, the roadway was confirmed clear, allowing vehicles to resume their normal travel patterns.
Motorists in the vicinity experienced delays due to the lane closures and ongoing emergency response activities. Drivers were advised to exercise caution and remain alert while navigating through the area during the incident response.
This traffic collision underscores the importance of safe driving practices and the effectiveness of timely emergency response in minimizing disruptions on California's busy roadways.