Traffic collision causes 'Haz-Mat incident' closing Highway 50, CHP says

A traffic collision Saturday morning triggered a “Haz-Mat incident,” prompting the California Highway Patrol to close Highway 50 in both directions in the Placerville area. CHP said a Toyota 4Runner and an Amazon box truck were involved in the crash at Ice House Road at about 7:35 a.m. The highway is shut from Meyers to Riverton due to a commercial vehicle Haz-Mat incident, according to the agency. CHP urged drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes while the situation develops. The incident remains under active management as officials work to address the hazardous materials concern and clear the roadway.