California Highway Patrol

Authorities responded to a vehicle collision that ignited some roadside vegetation in northern San Benito County. 

The accident occurred about noon Tuesday between an unknown make and model vehicle and a big-rig truck, near the intersection of Highway 156 and U.S. 101, according to CalFire Battalion Chief Brandon Leitzke. Details on the cause of the accident, extent of injuries, if any, and damage resulting from the accident were not immediately available. 

CalFire sent two fire engines and a bulldozer to help extinguish the fire and clean up the accident, Leitzke said. The California Highway Patrol also responded to the accident. 

More details on this incident will be posted as they are available. 

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