**Crash on Interstate 5 southbound near Herndon Avenue** Use caution as tractor trailer crashed and is blocking the I-5 southbound #2 lane. Slow down as emergency personnel on scene.

State Route 152 westbound near Merced College Entrance (Merced College) in Los Banos. Use caution as 5 vehicles are involved with lanes blocked. Emergency personnel responding

State Route 33 (Near Dos Palos Y) is closed from Azusa Ave. to Eucalyptus Rd. Due to a fatal crash this morning on SR-33 at Cypress Rd. Road will be closed until 6PM. Follow detours and use alternative routes. Seat belts save lives and must be used by all occupants.

Exceeding the 65 MPH speed limit and having a 5 yrs old in the back seat with no car seat. California law requires children under 9 yrs old or 4'9" to be secured in a car seat or a booster seat. Seatbelts save lives and must be used properly. Slow down and buckle up!

Officers assisting Allied agency for a combative party in the Santa Nella area. CHP canine, CHP Sergeant, CHP patrol and Merced County Sheriff Deputy on scene. Party was contacted with no further issues. Daily duties of working with other agencies. Safety, Service, & Security.

Today Los Banos High School conducted the “Every 15 Minutes” program, a two-day high school event designed to prevent teen drunk driving by simulating a fatal crash. It involves local first responders, school personnel, and the community to show consequences of impaired driving.

Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication will get you a ride to jail. Officers are trained to evaluate drivers and make sure they are driving safely. Poor choices will get you arrested and vehicle towed. Safety, Service, and Security

Feeling lucky this St. Patrick’s Day? 📷 Don’t push your luck on the road. If your celebration includes alcohol, plan ahead: 📷 Use a rideshare service or taxi 📷 Designate a sober driver Impaired driving puts lives at risk. Celebrate responsibly and help keep everyone safe. #CHP

Appears ok, but closer look, this is very dangerous. No flags or warning lights. This metal beam extending 14 ft. Warning flags are mandatory for extended loads, 49 CFR 393.87. Commercial CHP Officer stopped this tractor for load violation, which prevented a major crash.

Slow/Heavy traffic I-5 SB near Cottonwood Rd. the #2 lanes closed for recovery from a overturned trailer with lumber. Use caution in the area.

State Route 152 WB from San Luis Reservoir. Expect delays 6:30am-4pm with CaTrans repairing roadway all week. Plan accordingly.

The Move Over Law requires drivers to move over a lane when safe or slow to a safe speed, when passing vehicles with flashing amber lights. This includes stationary vehicles like Caltrans vehicles, emergency vehicles, tow trucks and ANY stranded motorist on the side of the road.

**Traffic Crash- overturned vehicle** State Route 152 W/B near Deepwell Rd. Use caution in the area as emergency personnel on scene of an overturned vehicle blocking lanes. Slow down obey traffic directions.

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April is #NationalDistractedDrivingAwarenessMonth—and it only takes a second of distraction to change everything. For your safety and the safety of others, avoid holding your phone for calls, texting, or social media while driving. Both hands on the wheel with distractions away.

Feeling tired behind the wheel isn’t just uncomfortable-it’s dangerous. Driving while drowsy can slow reaction times, impact decision-making, and increase the risk of serious crashes. If you feel drowsy while driving, pull over at a safe location and rest.

Traffic Delays until Friday 4/16, SR-152 on Pacheco Pass. CalTrans striping lanes. Slow down, obey moving sign boards, and avoid distractions.

This morning CHP Officers responded to a crash on SR-152 (Pacheco Pass). The driver made an unsafe turn and rear-ended a big rig. The vehicle caught fire after all occupants were out. The driver was transported to the hospital for minor injuries. Slow down and avoid distractions.

CHP Officer was called for an owl near the road on I-5. He was able to rescue the Gray horned owl and transport for care to the Nature Center, the Fresno Wildlife Rehabilitation Service (FWRS) is an organization dedicated to caring for orphaned and/or injured native wildlife.

Gray horned owl, Schnuck, named by the CHP Office, is recovering and will be released soon.