[UPDATE 8:16 p.m.] Multiple Vehicle Accident Reported on Hwy 299

At approximately 7:54 p.m., three vehicles were involved in a traffic accident on Hwy 299 eastbound just west of Blue Lake. According to the first reports from the scene, one vehicle became disabled and then “oncoming traffic hit it.”

Reportedly this is a three-vehicle traffic collision. Please avoid the area if possible.

Please remember that information gathered from initial reports is subject to revision as more facts become available.

UPDATE 8:16 p.m.: According to the CHP Traffic Incident Information Page, there are no injuries.