Semi nearly crashes off I-80 cliff near California-Nevada state line
The crash happened just before 4:30 a.m. off of eastbound Interstate 80 near the California-Nevada state line.
Exactly what led up to the semi crashing is unclear, but it ended up on its side down a steep embankment.
It's also unclear if there were any injuries in the crash.
California Highway Patrol said one lane of eastbound I-80 is closed as crews work to recover the semi. It's unclear how long the recovery effort will take.
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