Traffic collision on Highway 43, McCombs Avenue in Waco, Kern County

Traffic Accident on SR-43 Near McCombs Avenue Sends One Person to the Hospital WASCO, Calif. (July 24, 2025) — A collision involving two vehicles occurred on Thursday afternoon in Kern County, resulting in one person being taken to a nearby hospital, as confirmed by the California Highway Patrol. The incident took place at 1:13 p.m. at the junction of State Route 43 and McCombs Avenue, involving a green Chevrolet pickup and a red Ford pickup. First responders arrived promptly, and there were reports indicating a temporary road closure, leading fire officials to seek urgent CHP assistance due to multiple calls in the vicinity. By 2:26 p.m., CHP verified that a family member had transported the injured individual to a hospital. Efforts are being made to confirm if they reached the Delano Regional Medical Center. Both vehicles required towing, with Martin’s Towing from Wasco handling the clean-up efforts. The cause of the accident is still being investigated, and no further injuries have been reported as of now. Motorists in the area experienced delays during the clearing process. Drivers are advised to use caution and follow traffic signs at all intersections. If you have legal inquiries, call 1-800-208-3538 For reliable legal assistance, trust Johnson Attorneys Group. We are a personal injury law firm assisting clients injured in California due to negligent drivers. If you have any information to share or need to discuss a potential case, please contact us at 1-(800) 208-3538 promptly. Our law firm is a dedicated supporter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).