[05-28-2026] Stanislaus County, CA – Two Big-Rig Collisions Cause Delays on Northbound I-5 in Patterson

Two collisions involving big rigs caused traffic delays on northbound Interstate 5 in Patterson, Stanislaus County, on Thursday morning, May 28, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the first crash occurred around 5:45 a.m. near Fink Road when a single big rig veered off the road and overturned. No injuries were reported in this incident.

A second collision occurred at approximately 6:10 a.m. near Sperry Road, about three miles south of the first crash. Authorities reported that four big-rig trucks were involved in a chain-reaction crash after a driver lost control on slick, rainy roads. Minor injuries were reported.

Due to diesel and oil spills from the vehicles, the incidents were treated as hazardous-materials situations. The right lane was closed for about three miles while crews worked to clear the roadway, and drivers were advised to expect heavy delays.

Authorities continue to investigate both crashes.

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