2 killed, several others injured in major 35-vehicle pile-up on 5 Freeway in Bakersfield

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. -- Two radical were killed and 9 others were injured successful a large 35-vehicle pile-up successful Bakersfield.

The collision happened on the 5 Freeway Saturday morning, and it appears fog whitethorn person played a role.

Police said 35 vehicles - including 18 large rigs - crashed into each other, causing a large chain-reaction collision.

The California Highway Patrol closed southbound lanes of the 5 Freeway betwixt Millux Road and Old River Road for respective hours. All lanes were reopened by 8 a.m. Sunday.