A traffic collision involving a semi truck occurred today on Interstate 80 East near the Kingvale off-ramp in Truckee, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 10:49 PM and resulted in significant traffic disruptions. The semi truck collided with a water barrier, leading to debris from broken plastic K rail and concrete obstructing lane #1.
Emergency services responded promptly, deploying multiple units to the scene to manage traffic flow and ensure safety. As a result of the collision, lane #1 was hard closed, causing delays for motorists traveling through the area. The slow lane was cleared by 11:06 PM; however, lane #1 remained closed until further notice as crews worked to replace the damaged barrier.
A tow truck was called to remove the damaged semi truck from the roadway, which was necessary due to the debris scattered across the lanes. Motorists are advised to expect congestion and possible backups in the area as cleanup efforts continue.
Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes if possible to avoid delays. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the situation to restore normal traffic conditions as quickly as possible.