Semi-Truck Crash on Interstate 5 Injures Two, Causes Road Closures
ELK GROVE, CA (May 3, 2024) — A major crash involving a semi-truck on Interstate 5 near Elk Grove resulted in injuries and significant traffic disruptions Thursday afternoon. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that the collision necessitated the closure of southbound lanes at Hood Franklin Road, with ongoing delays expected into the night.
The incident occurred at Lambert Road, leading to the temporary closure of the fast lane, which was later reopened around 8:45 p.m. However, CHP indicated that the adjacent lane might remain closed as cleanup efforts continue overnight.
Both the semi-truck driver and the driver of another vehicle involved suffered moderate injuries. Emergency services, including the Cosumnes and Walnut Grove Fire Departments, responded to the scene to assist with the crash’s aftermath.
As of early evening, Caltrans had warned of extended delays near Twin Cities Road due to the Elk Grove semi-truck crash, with no clear timeline for when the roadway would fully reopen.
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