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Update at 8:46am: Emergency responders found no one inside an abandoned sedan located this morning on Red Hills Road near Sims Road outside of Chinese Camp. Officials have decided to temporarily leave the vehicle in the water due to the weather conditions, and the roadway will be closed until further notice.
Original story posted at 7:41am: Tuolumne County, CA — The CHP reports that a white sedan has gotten stuck on a one-lane flooded bridge on Red Hills Road near Sims Road outside of Chinese Camp.
Heavy rain has been falling in that area, resulting in flooding. The vehicle is blocking the road, and you will need to avoid the area. Emergency officials are responding to the scene. No additional information is immediately available.
This post was last modified on 01/05/2023 8:47 am
Written by BJ Hansen.
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