Two big rigs were involved in an accident on Interstate 5 in Castaic on the morning of July 12, 2010, according to an LA Times article. One of the large trucks collided into the rear of the other, causing the closure of three of four southbound lanes and the backup of traffic. One of the big rigs caught fire as a result of the crash. There was reportedly no risk of hazardous material leaks since the truck that caught fire was only carrying bread.
The article does not discuss the exact cause of the collision. However, some of the most common causes of big rig accidents in California and throughout the United States include inexperienced drivers, legal and illegal drug use, traveling too fast, unfamiliarity with the roadway, and driver fatigue. Big commercial truck accidents, especially those that involve more than one big rig, are particularly dangerous, especially for smaller cars on the road.
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