Major Traffic Disruption from I-5 Collision

Traffic Collision on Interstate 5 in Mount Shasta Causes Major Delays Today

📍 Mount Shasta, CA

📅 Published: July 1, 2025 at 05:31 AM

🔄 Updated: July 1, 2025 at 07:01 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in Mount Shasta, CA
Mount Shasta, July 1, 2025 -

A traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 5 South near Mount Shasta, CA, involving two vehicles: a Chevrolet pickup truck and a 15-foot utility flatbed trailer. The trailer jackknifed and came to rest on top of the pickup, leading to significant disruption in traffic flow.

Emergency services promptly responded to the scene to manage the situation and control traffic. The collision resulted in a temporary stoppage of both vehicular and train traffic on the bridge, causing delays and backups for motorists during the busy morning commute.

Union Pacific Railroad was notified to inspect the bridge for safety, as the incident affected train operations. Emergency units remained on-site to facilitate the safe removal of the vehicles involved and to ensure that traffic could resume as quickly as possible.

Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid congestion while cleanup efforts are underway. The situation underscores the importance of exercising caution on busy highways, especially during peak travel times.

Further updates will be provided as the situation develops and traffic conditions improve.

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