Jamestown, CA — The CHP is on scene of several spinouts reported on Highway 108 near O’Byrnes Ferry Road.
A quick weather system passed through bringing a mix of hail and freezing rain. The CHP reports that one vehicle went 75ft. down an embankment. The driver is being airlifted to a hospital outside the area. Officers are still on scene monitoring traffic, so travel with caution.
Caltrans is also bringing in a truck to sand the highway.
To view a map of the area, click here.
Update 1:30 p.m.: The CHP reports the roadway is cleared and traffic is moving smoothly.
This post was last modified on 01/10/2013 1:24 pm
Written by BJ Hansen.
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