Update: Crash On HWY 108 In Twain Harte Stalling Traffic
Update at 3:35 p.m.: Traffic is moving freely once again after two vehicles collided and then overturned on Highway 108 at the east Twain Harte entrance, which has stalled traffic. The CHP reports that two SUVs collided when one of them pulled out from Twain Harte Drive into the path of the other SUV westbound on the highway. Both overturned in the middle of the roadway, one on its side and the other on its roof, with three people trapped inside. Crews were able to free them, and the CHP reported minor injuries. The wreckage blocked the highway for about an hour as officers directed traffic that was backed up.
Update at 3 p.m.: The CHP remains on the scene of a two-vehicle crash on Highway 108 at the east entrance of Twain Harte in Tuolumne County. The CHP reports that two SUVs collided. Three people were trapped inside one of the SUVs but have since been freed. The wreckage is blocking both lanes of the highway while officers are directing traffic, which is getting backed up. Further details on the wreck are below.
Original post at 2:35 p.m.: Twain Harte, CA — First responders are on the scene of a two-vehicle rollover crash on Highway 108 at the east Twain Harte entrance that has stalled traffic.
The collision happened at the Twain Harte Drive intersection when two vehicles collided in the middle of the roadway. Both overturned, one on its side and the other on its roof, with three people trapped inside. Crews are working to free them, and several ambulances have been called to the scene, including a medical flight. There is no word on injuries at this time.
The wreckage is blocking both lanes, and traffic is getting backed up in both directions. Officers are directing traffic, with some detouring onto Twain Harte Drive. Motorists are asked to avoid the area if possible. An update will be provided as soon as new information comes into the newsroom.
