Traffic Collision on Highway 50 Injures Three, Causes Lane Closures
A multi-vehicle accident occurred on Highway 50 eastbound near Auburn Boulevard at approximately 3:15 p.m. on Thursday, October 19, 2023, injuring three individuals.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision involved four vehicles, including two sedans and two SUVs. Emergency responders from the Sacramento Fire Department arrived on the scene to assess injuries and provide medical aid. The injured parties were transported to a nearby hospital, but their conditions remain undisclosed.
Authorities reported that two eastbound lanes on Highway 50 were closed for nearly an hour during the rescue and cleanup operations. The highway reopened at approximately 4:15 p.m.
Witnesses reported heavy traffic delays in the area as motorists were redirected off the highway. An investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing, and no further details have been released at this time.