Update at 9 am: The SUV has been removed, and traffic is again moving freely.
Original story at 7:15 am: Sonora, CA – The CHP reports that an SUV struck a tree on Highway 26 near Paloma Road in Calaveras County.
The crash occurred shortly before 6:40 am. The CHP notes that the driver was able to safely exit the vehicle, but the crash is partially blocking Highway 26. A tow truck is responding to the scene. Travel with extra caution in the area.
