A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on Yerba Buena Road, just west of US 101 in San Jose, California. The incident involved a silver Kia sedan and a white GMC SUV, resulting in reported injuries. Emergency services responded promptly, with units arriving shortly after the initial report at 8:41 AM.
The collision was confirmed to have taken place when the Kia sedan struck the GMC SUV. Fortunately, the Kia was determined to be driveable, allowing its occupants to exit the vehicle safely. However, the GMC SUV was blocking one lane of traffic, which caused some disruption for motorists in the area.
Emergency responders were dispatched quickly, and an ambulance was requested shortly after the incident was reported. While specific details regarding the extent of the injuries have not been disclosed, the situation was managed effectively without further complications on the freeway itself.
OnStar was in communication with authorities, confirming that the traffic collision was located on Yerba Buena Road under the US 101 overpass, and there were no additional incidents reported on the freeway or its on-ramps and off-ramps. This timely response by emergency services ensured that the situation was handled with minimal impact on surrounding traffic.
Drivers in the area are advised to remain cautious and be aware of potential delays as the scene was cleared. The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision to determine the cause and ensure safety on the roads.
As always, the California Highway Patrol reminds drivers to stay alert and drive safely, especially in areas where traffic conditions may change rapidly due to accidents or other incidents.
For ongoing updates on this incident and other traffic news in San Jose, California, stay tuned to local news outlets and the California Highway Patrol's official channels.