Large Rocks Blocking Lanes on Highway 96 East Near Hum 16.30, Expect Delays

SUMMARY: At 2:31 PM, a traffic hazard was reported on Highway 96 East at Humbug. The northbound lanes and partially the southbound lanes were affected. The California Highway Patrol notified the Department of Transportation and they estimated a 15 to 20 minute arrival time. At 2:54 PM, it was reported that the DOT might need a loader as large rocks were blocking the westbound lane. The DOT was contacted multiple times for updates on the situation.

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2:31 p.m.
[1] X THE NB LNS AND PARTL SB LNS
2:32 p.m.
[5] 1039 DOT
2:34 p.m.
[6] [Notification] [CHP]-PER DOT 15-20 MIN ETA
2:54 p.m.
[10] 1039 DOT [Shared]
2:54 p.m.
[9] B16-070 DOT MIGHT NEED LOADER ROCKS ARE LG AND 1125 WB LN [Shared]
3:02 p.m.
[15] 1039 DOT [Shared]
3:09 p.m.
[16] ETA 10 MIN TO ROCKS NR ORLEANS PER DOT [Shared]

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