A multi-vehicle crash in California on Saturday left two people dead and nine hospitalized, according to reports.

A large-scale accident involvingA total of 35 drivers involved 17 vehicles and 18 big rigs, according to Kern County Fire Department Battalion Chief Jim Calhoun. bakersfield now report. California Highway Patrol (CHP) Buttonwillow Public Information Officer Manny Garcia said dense fog was a significant factor in the car crash. Bad weather affected visibility, leading to a chain reaction crash. (Related: Suspected smuggler kills 2 Americans in vehicle collision near border)

As a result of this major accident, some sections of the road are expected to be closed throughout the day. To deal with the traffic chaos, authorities are rerouting vehicles, Bakersfield Now reported. CHP has launched an extensive investigation into the cause and circumstances of the accident. A Multidisciplinary Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) was brought in to assist in this complex investigation. The specialist unit is equipped to analyze and reconstruct serious road accidents and provide important insights into such accidents, the report said.

Breaking News 35 cars crash on Bakersfield, California interstate due to fog, 2 dead, 9 sent to hospital

At least two people were killed and nine hospitalized after a 35-vehicle crash in California.

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The aftermath of the crash has left a harrowing scene on one of the state's busiest highways. Bakersfield Now said emergency services and traffic management teams are working to manage the situation and conduct a thorough investigation into the cause.

A driver who reportedly witnessed the accident said: “I witnessed the biggest and scariest accident of my life.'' X (Formerly Twitter). “Part of his 5th highway near Bakersfield is closed on his way to LA. I just hope everyone is okay.”