Coalinga, CA – Big Rig-Toyota Prius Wreck on I-5/Utica Ave., Injuries Reported

Coalinga, CA (August 19, 2025) – A serious crash involving a big rig and a silver Toyota Prius left at least one person injured on Interstate 5 northbound near the Utica Avenue off-ramp on Tuesday morning, August 19. The collision happened around 9:16 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol. Responding officers arrived to find the Prius heavily damaged after colliding with the large truck. Emergency medical teams provided immediate assistance, with at least one victim transported to a nearby hospital for further evaluation. The truck driver was assessed at the scene and later released. Tow trucks were called to remove the Prius, which sustained extensive front-end damage. Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances that led to the crash.

We wish the injured parties a quick and complete recovery.