Big Rig Hauling Beer Overturns on Highway 101 North of Laytonville

A big rig hauling beer reportedly overturned this morning on Highway 101 between Leggett and Laytonville. Authorities are in the process of recovering the vehicle from where it came to rest approximately 15′ off the roadway.

Scanner traffic and the California Highway Patrol Traffic Incident Information Page indicate the incident occurred around 8:09 a.m. around the area of Rattlesnake Summit in the northbound lane of Highway 101. The big rig is reportedly three-quarters full of beer.

Reports from the scene state that no injuries resulted from the accident and as of 8:45 a.m. equipment is being brought to the scene to assist in clean-up.

The Caltrans Quickmap indicates that traffic is flowing smoothly in the area.

Please remember that this story is unfolding. Information is being reported as we gather it. However, some of the information coming from witnesses and initial official reports could be wrong. We will do our best to get the facts but, in the case that something is inaccurate, we will update with correct information as soon as we can.