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One lane remains open on eastbound 178 after multiple-vehicle crash

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BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — A crash involving three vehicles brought traffic to a standstill on eastbound 178 near the Beale Avenue exit.

According to the CHP traffic incident page, the collision happened just after 1:30 a.m. Wednesday.

CHP is clearing the scene and has re-opened one lane.

The extent of injuries is unknown at this time, but according to the traffic page, all occupants are out of the vehicles.

Bakersfield, CA

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