A single-vehicle incident occurred early this morning on southbound U.S. Highway 101 near the Great America Parkway on-ramp in Santa Clara, CA. The California Highway Patrol responded to the scene at approximately 2:15 AM after reports indicated that a white Nissan Altima had veered off the highway and ended up in a ditch on the right side.
The driver, a solo male occupant, was found outside the vehicle and was unharmed. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries associated with this incident. The vehicle sustained minimal front-end damage and was deemed non-drivable, necessitating the call for a tow truck.
Emergency services arrived promptly, with the California Highway Patrol managing the situation. Initial reports indicated that the driver was attempting to exit the vehicle, and by 2:17 AM, he was confirmed to be sitting outside the Nissan Altima. The CHP quickly assessed the scene and determined that the situation was under control, changing the incident classification from a potential injury collision to a traffic collision with no injuries.
By 2:42 AM, a tow truck was requested to assist with the removal of the vehicle, which was safely positioned off the highway. The tow truck was able to access the area via the westbound gap to southbound U.S. Highway 101 using the cloverleaf on-ramp, ensuring minimal disruption to traffic flow.
The incident was resolved without any significant traffic delays, and the highway remained open to motorists. The California Highway Patrol encourages drivers to remain vigilant and exercise caution while driving, especially during early morning hours when visibility may be reduced.
In summary, the incident on U.S. Highway 101 near Great America Parkway was handled efficiently by emergency services, with no injuries reported and the vehicle safely towed from the scene.