Semi truck breaks down causing blockage on Highway 223, Kern County CA


A semi-truck broke down on Highway 223 about 5 to 6 miles south of Highway 58. The truck's water pump failed, causing a traffic blockage. Assistance is on the way, but heavy-duty towing might be needed.
Audio|Source: Kern County Sheriff/Bakersfield PD
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Transcript:
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725, Demi, simply on the 223, about 5 to 6 miles south of the 58.
00:06
He blew a water pump.
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Do you have a unit that can stand by with him? He has helping routes who run oversized 1014[2].
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Last unit, advising, there's 1125[1] semi on the 223, 5 to 6 miles south of the 58 ID.
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122.
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Copy central 122.
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There's 1125[1] semi through a blew out a water pump and you're on an oversized 1014[2].
00:32
Can you advise the description on that, semi?
00:34
West 7.5 out with the north units.
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Hello, copy. And I'll get more info from the driver right now.
00:38
He says you can get help and route, but you might need to roll a 55 heavy rotation.
00:43
All advice. I'll copy it the white semi with the white trailer.
00:45
Part of you advise they have help in route, but we possibly might need a 1185[3] heavy duty.
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So I advise.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
[1]
1125: Vehicle blocking roadway / traffic hazard
[2]
1014: Oversized vehicle
[3]
1185: Tow truck needed
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Location mentioned:
CA-223, California
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