A traffic collision occurred today on Southbound State Route 99 (SR-99) near Road 12 in Kingsburg, CA, causing significant traffic disruptions. The incident, reported around 1:37 PM, involved two vehicles: a red sedan that overturned and landed on its roof and a red pickup truck that was found on its side.
Emergency response teams promptly arrived at the scene to manage the situation. Multiple units were deployed to control traffic and clear the area, resulting in lane closures along SR-99 and impacting nearby intersections. Motorists experienced delays and congestion during the busy afternoon traffic hours as a result of the incident.
A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles, ensuring that the roadway could be cleared efficiently. The pickup truck reportedly hydroplaned off the freeway prior to the collision, contributing to the incident.
Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid the traffic backups and delays caused by this collision. Authorities are working diligently to restore normal traffic flow on Southbound SR-99 as quickly as possible.