A traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a white pickup truck occurred today at the intersection of State Route 237 East and the Mathilda Avenue off-ramp in Sunnyvale, CA. The incident took place around 1:10 PM, resulting in the motorcycle rider being injured and found laying in the slow lane.
Emergency services responded quickly, with multiple units dispatched to the scene. An ambulance was requested shortly after the collision was reported, highlighting the seriousness of the rider's injuries. As emergency personnel tended to the injured rider, traffic in the area was significantly impacted. By 1:23 PM, fire officials requested that all lanes be shut down just west of Mathilda Avenue to ensure the safety of both responders and motorists.
To manage the situation, traffic was diverted to the southbound lanes of U.S. Highway 101. This diversion was necessary to alleviate congestion and maintain safety as responders worked at the scene. Tow trucks were also requested for both the motorcycle and the white pickup truck involved in the incident.
As the situation unfolded, California Department of Transportation officials confirmed that all eastbound traffic on State Route 237 was being redirected to southbound U.S. Highway 101. This closure and diversion caused significant delays for motorists in the area.
By 2:20 PM, emergency crews had cleared the scene, allowing traffic to gradually resume its normal flow. The prompt response from emergency services likely helped prevent further complications from the incident.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution and remain aware of their surroundings, especially in busy traffic areas. The California Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding this collision, and updates will be provided as they become available.