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Update: Stuck Big Rig Closes Sonora Pass

Published Oct 28, 2026 11:22 am : Updated Oct 28, 2026 3:25 pm

Update at 3:25 p.m.: The CHP reports that a tow crew removed a big rig truck pulling a 53-foot trailer that was stuck on Highway 108 Sonora Pass since this morning. See below for further details on this incident.

Original post at 11:22 a.m.: Tuolumne County, CA—The CHP reports that a big rig truck pulling a 53-foot trailer is stuck on Highway 108 Sonora Pass.

Officials say it happened during the nine o’clock hour this morning up past Kennedy Meadows. The vehicle was heading eastbound. A tow truck is responding to the area to help remove the vehicle. Highway 108 Sonora Pass is anticipated to be closed for several additional hours today. There is currently no estimated reopening time.

Travelers should avoid the area, as the vehicle is blocking both traffic lanes.

 

This post was last modified on 10/28/2026 3:25 pm

Written by Tracey Petersen.

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