Dense fog causes multiple crashes in Fresno area, including commercial trucks wreck
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- Dense fog caused multiple crashes; Hwy 43 closed after a 4-truck wreck.
- CHP reported only minor injuries and credited seat-belt use for reduced harm.
- CHP urged drivers to delay travel, lower speed, use low beams and buckle up.
Dense fog blanketed the Fresno region on Friday, resulting in numerous crashes that received a response from California Highway Patrol.
One crash occurred on Highway 43 between Selma and Laton, involving four commercial trucks. According to CHP, the incident closed Highway 43 for most of the morning.
Only minor injuries were reported, partly thanks to the use of seat belts. The wreckage caused significant delays.
“Plan accordingly: changes to your normal routine may be necessary. If possible, postpone or delay your trip. Leave early to allow extra travel time at slower speeds.
“Buckle up. Low-beam lights. Put away distractions. And most importantly… SLOW DOWN.”
This story was originally published January 16, 2026 at 11:16 AM.
