Pigs run loose along I-80 in Placer County after truck overturns

Published
June 23, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
California
westbound Interstate 80
Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash California Today in California: A big rig carrying pigs overturned on westbound Interstate 80 in Placer County, causing some pigs to run loose before being corralled. The driver was transported to the hospital, though CHP said the driver did not appear to suffer major injuries. Crews determined the trailer was too heavy to upright with the pigs still inside and planned to cut into the trailer to release the remaining animals. Placer County Animal Services responded and loaded at least five loose pigs into one of its vehicles.

Original reporting

Pigs run loose along I-80 in Placer County after truck overturns

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