Traffic Hazard Caused by Rocks at Highway 299 and Burnt Ranch Dump Road Cleared by Authorities

AI SUMMARY: A traffic hazard was reported at the intersection of Highway 299 and Burnt Ranch Dump Road. Two rocks the size of microwaves were found in the middle of the eastbound lane, forcing vehicles to pass using the westbound lane. The California Highway Patrol contacted Caltrans District 1 and requested assistance. Caltrans District 1 reported they had a 20-minute estimated time of arrival and requested a call back when the roadway was clear. As of 7:40, it was reported that the roadway was clear.

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7:01 a.m.
[3] 2 "MICROWAVE" SIZE ROCKS IN MIDDLE OF THE EB LN
7:01 a.m.
[4] VEH'S CAN PASS USING WB LN
7:02 a.m.
[5] 1039 CT DIST 1
7:03 a.m.
[8] 1039 HCC
7:12 a.m.
[13] 1039 CT DIST 1 // THEY HAVE 20 MIN ETA // REQ CB WHEN RDWY CLR
7:40 a.m.
[17] [Notification] [CHP]-PER DOT // RDWY CLR

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