A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred this morning on Interstate 5 North near the Jayne Avenue on-ramp in Coalinga, CA. The incident was reported around 6:06 AM and has significantly impacted traffic flow due to lane closures. Currently, lane 1 is blocked, leading to delays for morning commuters and creating congestion in the area.
The vehicles involved include a Dodge Ram with noticeable front-end damage, a Ram 3500, and a third vehicle identified by the identifiers “JandD” and “AVENAL 1022D.” All vehicles remain at the scene as emergency and traffic management units have arrived to control the situation and direct traffic.
Due to the lane blockage, drivers are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid potential backups. Adjustments to lane closures have been made, and additional tow trucks have been requested to assist with the removal of the damaged vehicles.
Authorities are actively working to clear the scene and restore normal traffic conditions as quickly as possible. Motorists should remain cautious and expect delays as the situation unfolds. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the traffic incident.