Overview
- California Highway Patrol said 59 vehicles collided around 8:15 a.m. near Earlimart, affecting both directions of Highway 99.
- At least 10 people were taken to hospitals with minor to moderate injuries, and no fatalities were reported.
- The roadway was shut from Avenue 24 to the Kern County line for roughly six hours before reopening Saturday evening.
- CHP estimated visibility at 100 to 200 feet in heavy fog, which investigators are examining as a key contributor.
- Tulare County’s early estimate of up to 150 vehicles was revised as CHP led a multi‑agency response and continued its investigation.