A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on State Route 99 North near Avenue 18 1/2 Off-Ramp in Madera, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 12:43 AM and involved a gray sedan and a brown sedan. Emergency traffic management units were dispatched to the scene to oversee the situation and secure the roadway.
The collision resulted in debris on the road and damage to about 50 feet of metal guard rail, necessitating temporary lane closures to ensure safety. As a result, motorists traveling through the area may have experienced delays and congestion due to the traffic incident and the ongoing cleanup efforts.
A tow truck was arranged for at least one of the vehicles involved, with an estimated arrival time of around 30 minutes. Traffic control measures were implemented to minimize disruptions and facilitate the safe removal of the vehicles from the roadway.
Drivers are advised to exercise caution while navigating this area and to anticipate potential backups as the situation is resolved. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the traffic incident to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.