A motor vehicle accident involving injuries occurred this afternoon along Highway 68 outbound past the hiking area in the curves near Cox Valley Road.

Emergency responders were dispatched at approximately 2:44 PM following reports of a semi-truck that jackknifed and slid off the roadway into a ditch.

Details regarding the extent of the injuries and lane closures remain limited as crews work to secure the scene. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and avoid the area until the wreckage is cleared.