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Fresno County Driver Escapes Injury After Falling Asleep, Overturning Vehicle
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By Anthony W. Haddad
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December 20, 2024

A driver escaped injury after falling asleep at the wheel and overturning the driver's pickup truck, underscoring the dangers of driving fatigued. (CHP)

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A driver narrowly escaped injury this morning after falling asleep at the wheel, causing their pickup truck to overturn multiple times at the four-lane segment of Highway 168 on Friday, the California Highway Patrol. The four-lane is where Highway 168 begins its steep climb into the Sierra.

The accident occurred on a stretch of road described as clear, dry, and free of hazards. Despite these conditions, fatigue proved to be a dangerous factor, the CHP said.

A Fresno County driver fell asleep at the wheel, causing a crash where the vehicle turned over multiple times, authorities said. (CHP)

Authorities report that the driver was wearing a seatbelt, which played a critical role in preventing injury.

Drivers are urged to prioritize rest and remain alert while on the road.

Safety officials emphasize the message: “Drive Safe, Drive Alert, Drive Rested. Your safety is worth the extra rest.”

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Anthony W. Haddad, who graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with his undergraduate degree and has an MBA at Fresno State, is the Swiss Army knife of GV Wire. He writes stories, manages social media, and represents the organization on the ground.

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