According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident took place around 9:17 p.m., February 20, on eastbound State Route 138, just east of E Avenue V.
Pearblossom, CA – One person was hospitalized after a traffic collision involving a semi-truck that happened Thursday night in Pearblossom.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident took place around 9:17 p.m., February 20, on eastbound State Route 138, just east of E Avenue V.
A black car hit the trailer of a semi-truck under unclear circumstances.
The driver of the car was transported to Palmdale Regional Medical Center with unknown injuries.
Authorities are investigating to determine what transpired leading to the accident.
Semi-truck collision statistics in California highlight the state’s high freight volume and persistent risks on major highways like I-5, I-10, and I-15. According to FMCSA and National Safety Council data, California ranked second nationally in large truck-related fatalities in recent years, with 392 deaths in 2023 (behind Texas at 730). Large trucks accounted for a disproportionate share of severe crashes despite representing only ~2.5–5.6% of vehicles and miles traveled. In 2023, statewide trends aligned with a national decline, but California saw thousands of incidents: FMCSA reported ~13,000–13,149 large truck crashes involving injuries/fatalities in prior years, with 321–427 fatalities and thousands of nonfatal injuries. In 2024, preliminary figures noted 12,243 large trucks involved in crashes, resulting in 321 deaths and 5,097 nonfatal injuries. Common factors include fatigue, speeding, failure to yield, impaired driving, and merging issues on congested routes. Despite statewide traffic fatalities dropping ~11% to 4,061 in 2023, semi-truck crashes remain a major concern due to their severity (often catastrophic for passenger vehicles).
If you were injured in this semi-truck collision, speak with a truck accident lawyer to learn about the legal options available for you.