Grass Valley, CA (June 10, 2025) – A driver sustained major injuries Tuesday afternoon in a collision involving a big rig on Highway 49 near Dorsey Drive, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash occurred around 2:15 p.m. and caused the vehicle to catch fire after becoming lodged under the trailer of a semi-truck. Firefighters responded to extinguish the flames, and the injured driver was able to exit the burning vehicle without assistance. The big rig driver was not hurt.
Southbound lanes of Highway 49 were temporarily closed as authorities worked to investigate and clear the scene.
We hope for the full recovery of those injured.
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