Caltrans crews responded Thursday morning to clear the roadway as motorists were warned to expect delays.
Hilmar, CA (July 17, 2026) — Thousands of tomatoes spilled across State Route 165 near Bradbury Road on Thursday morning, July 16, prompting a cleanup and warnings for motorists traveling through the area.
The California Highway Patrol’s Merced office said Officer Partida was at the scene while Caltrans crews responded to remove the tomatoes from the roadway…