I-80 remains impacted by downed big rig in Placer County

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ALTA — An overturned big rig shut down part of Interstate 80 in Placer County Friday evening.

The CHP Gold Run said a big rig carrying sugar fell on its side and was blocking all westbound lanes near the community of Alta. The big rig was pulled to the side of the road, allowing traffic to start passing through, but was still forcing traffic to move slowly into the late-night hours.

Traffic was backed up for 11 miles at one point. All vehicles except for big rigs were being diverted to Crystal Springs.

No injuries were reported in the crash.

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