A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on State Route 162 in Butte City, CA. The incident took place around 4:35 AM and involved a dually loaded box truck and an unknown vehicle. The box truck, which is approximately 30 feet long and carrying a load of 15,000 pounds, was confirmed to be involved in the crash.
Emergency service units quickly responded to the scene to manage traffic and control the situation. As a result of the collision, lane closures have been implemented near the bridge over the Sacramento River, leading to traffic delays for motorists in the area.
Drivers are experiencing congestion as crews work to clear the scene and remove the damaged box truck. A tow truck has been dispatched to assist with the removal process.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid delays and backups while the situation is being resolved. Emergency responders are on-site to ensure the safety of all involved and to facilitate the reopening of the roadway as quickly as possible.
Traffic is expected to remain impacted throughout the morning commute, and drivers should remain cautious while navigating through the area near the bridge over the Sacramento River.