By Crash News Writer 
Fresno, CA (August 8, 2025) – Traffic was heavily disrupted in central Fresno on the afternoon of August 6 after a big rig overturned on northbound Highway 99 near the Clinton Avenue exit. The crash happened shortly after 2 p.m., blocking multiple lanes and prompting an extensive emergency response from the California Highway Patrol and other agencies.
According to reports, a Caltrans traffic camera showed the semi-truck flipped upside down in the third lane. Investigators believe the driver missed the exit, then attempted to reenter the highway but lost control. The driver was briefly pinned in the wreckage before being freed and was later taken to an area hospital with minor to moderate injuries.
The truck was carrying an estimated 40,000 pounds of food, which added to the complexity of the cleanup operation. All lanes were eventually reopened after several hours of recovery and debris removal.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
The information provided here is based on early details from law enforcement and may be updated as more facts become available.
- The driver’s name has not been released, and the investigation into the crash remains ongoing.
- Authorities have not stated whether mechanical issues, speed, or driver fatigue played a role in the incident.
- Road closure and detour updates can be obtained from Caltrans or local traffic monitoring services.
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