Folsom, CA (January 11, 2025) – One person was hospitalized following a traffic collision Friday afternoon in Folsom. The California Highway Patrol reported that the accident occurred around 12:14 p.m. on eastbound Hwy 50, just east of E. Bidwell St.
The crash involved a white Ford F-150 pickup truck and a Ford F-450 truck towing a trailer carrying a porta-potty. The collision caused airbags in one of the trucks to deploy. Emergency responders arrived promptly at the scene and transported an injured individual to UC Davis Medical Center. The patient sustained a head injury and a laceration to the left arm. At the time of transport, the individual was unconscious but breathing.
The circumstances leading to the collision remain under investigation as authorities work to determine the cause. No further details about the accident have been released at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured individual, and we hope for a full and swift recovery.
Truck Accidents in California
California’s roadways see a significant number of accidents involving trucks each year due to the high volume of commercial and private vehicles sharing the highways. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), crashes involving large trucks accounted for over 4,800 fatalities and thousands of injuries nationwide in 2023.
Collisions involving trucks towing heavy or unwieldy loads, such as trailers, often result in severe outcomes due to the size and weight of the vehicles. Highways like Hwy 50, which experience considerable traffic flow, can become dangerous, especially when factors such as speeding, distracted driving, or adverse road conditions are involved.
Injured parties in truck accidents often face significant medical bills, loss of income, and emotional distress. Seeking legal and medical support is essential to navigating the challenges these accidents bring.
For more information or to receive help after an accident, contact Local Accident Reports. If you or someone you know has been injured in a crash, reach out to Local Accident Reports for assistance.
