According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision was reported around 2 p.m. on southbound Highway 165, south of Westside Boulevard.
Merced County, CA – Two truck drivers were airlifted to the hospital after a head-on collision that happened Tuesday afternoon on Highway 165 near Hilmar.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision was reported around 2 p.m. on southbound Highway 165, south of Westside Boulevard.
Investigators said the accident happened when a box truck heading north on the highway swerved into the southbound side and collided head-on with a semi-truck traveling south.
First responders found the drivers of both vehicles trapped in their vehicles.
The victims were extricated and airlifted to Modesto trauma centers with major injuries.
Traffic lanes were closed in the area during the rescue operation and investigation.