Crash involving 59 vehicles snarls traffic in central California

A massive crash involving nearly 60 vehicles has snarled traffic in central California, just north of Bakersfield, the California Highway Patrol said.

The crash was reported at about 8:15 a.m. on Highway 99 near Delano, according to CHP. CHP Public Information Officer Hector Carias described the situation as “fluid” and added that fog was a factor in the crash.

Authorities confirmed 59 vehicles were involved in the crash. It’s unclear if any injuries were reported in connection with the incident.