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Update at 7:20 a.m.: A tree that came crashing down this morning on Highway 120 has been cleared. The CHP reports that it fell just before 6 a.m. at the Highways 120 and 49 intersection in the Moccasin area of Tuolumne County. The tree was blocking the eastbound lane, and officers were directing traffic. A Caltrans crew was able to pull the tree off the highway. Chainsaw crews are working on removing the tree. Traffic is moving freely once again on the highway.
Original Post at 6:24 a.m.: Tuolumne County, CA – First responders are on the scene of a road hazard on Highway 120.
The CHP reports that a large tree came crashing down just before 6 a.m. at the Highways 120 and 49 intersection in the Moccasin area of Tuolumne County. The tree is blocking the eastbound lane, and officers are directing traffic.
Caltrans has been called to assist with its removal, which could take several hours. Motorists may want to avoid the area this morning as delays are likely.
This post was last modified on 09/14/2024 7:21 am
Written by Tracey Petersen.
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