Merced, CA – A traffic collision involving a big rig occurred early this morning on northbound I-5 near the Scales, prompting a hard lane closure and traffic disruption.
According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the incident was reported at approximately 3:09 AM when a big rig lost its load on the highway. The collision, classified as “No Injury,” was initially believed to involve a traffic-related injury but was later reclassified.
At 3:27 AM, CHP officers began implementing a hard closure with an unknown duration in place to manage the situation. The collision blocked the #2 lane of northbound I-5, significantly affecting traffic flow. A second big rig was reported as potentially involved, though further details remain unclear.
CHP requested the assistance of local towing services, and officers were on-site by 3:26 AM to begin addressing the incident. Crews from DOCS Towing in Los Banos were called for recovery operations.
Drivers are advised to expect delays as the investigation and cleanup efforts continue. No injuries have been reported at this time. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.