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Overturned Big Rig Shuts Westbound I-80 Near Gold Run as CHP Warns of Hours-Long Closure

CHP directs westbound traffic to Highway 20 during the extended closure.

Overview

  • CHP reports a solo truck and trailer overturned west of Rollins Lake Road in Placer County, blocking all westbound lanes.
  • The driver was taken to a hospital, with differing reports describing the injuries as minor or moderate.
  • A CHP photo shows the big rig on its side spanning every westbound lane.
  • Officials say no other vehicles were involved and the cause of the crash is under investigation.
  • Reports place the crash just before 5 p.m. or around 6 p.m., and officials expect reopening to take several hours.