Truckee, CA (February 25, 2023) – A major multi-vehicle accident occurred in Placer County on Friday afternoon, February 24, that injured multiple people.
At approximately 2:30 p.m., a total of 18 vehicles, including a cow fire pickup truck, collided along the interstate. The incident blocked off multiple westbound lanes of the interstate near Drum Forebay Road.
Authorities arrived at the scene and immediately closed off multiple lanes on the roadway. Curtis spent several hours at the scene as they worked to remove the damaged vehicles and debris from the road.
A total of five people were injured in the accident. Emergency medical services rendered aid to the victims. Those who required further care were transported to area hospitals.
Circumstances surrounding the accident are being investigated.
Car Accidents in California
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