Multiple Vehicle Crashes Impact California Highways

Strong winds in Madera County, California, have contributed to hazardous driving conditions, leading to a 10-car crash involving a big rig on Highway 152. The accident, which has blocked all westbound lanes and closed the southbound Highway 99 connector, prompted Caltrans to request ten tow trucks for the scene. Meanwhile, Fairfield experienced another serious multi-vehicle collision on Interstate 80, resulting in injuries and significant traffic delays as emergency responders attended to the injured. In a separate incident, a pedestrian was injured in a hit-and-run on Highway 101 in Arcata. Additionally, a deadly multi-car crash on Highway 41 in Madera County resulted in one fatality, highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety and traffic incidents in California. Authorities continue to investigate these accidents to determine their causes and prevent future occurrences.