At Least One Killed in Head-On Crash Involving Big Rig on Highway 166 Near Pine Canyon Road in Santa Maria
Santa Maria, CA – March 25 – At least one person was killed Wednesday morning following a head-on collision involving a big rig on Highway 166 near Santa Maria, according to the California Highway Patrol. Authorities reported that the crash occurred around 6 a.m. near Pine Canyon Road, east of the city. Preliminary information indicates that a Nissan Altima traveling along Highway 166 drifted into oncoming traffic and collided head-on with a big rig. Officials have not confirmed the exact direction of travel for the vehicles at the time of the crash. The collision resulted in at least one fatality, though authorities have not released the identities of those involved or provided information regarding additional injuries. Officials temporarily shut down all lanes of Highway 166 as emergency crews worked to clear the wreckage and secure the scene. Motorists were advised to avoid the area during the closure.
