PORTERVILLE, Tulare County, Calif., Nov. 6, 2026 — A crash involving a passenger vehicle and a semi-truck caused minor injuries on Tuesday afternoon, November 3, at the intersection of Avenue 168 and Road 152 near Porterville, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The CHP said a silver Chevrolet Trax and a semi-truck were involved in the collision. The driver who reported the crash told dispatchers she had pulled out in front of the semi. It was not immediately clear whether the vehicles came to rest in a position blocking traffic.
The CHP log classified the crash as a traffic collision with minor injuries. The driver who called 911 was uncertain of her own location at first. Responders used cell phone GPS data to confirm the crash site at the intersection. Tulare County Fire personnel were notified and responded to the scene.
A tow truck was requested to clear the vehicles.
Investigators continue reviewing the collision. We wish the injured a complete recovery.
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