A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the northbound lanes of US Highway 101 near the Ellis Street off-ramp in Mountain View, CA. The incident took place at approximately 8:53 AM and involved a gray Cadillac SUV and a white sedan. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the collision.
The white sedan was blocking the second lane of traffic, but it did not sustain significant damage. Both vehicles were assessed by emergency responders and were determined to be drivable. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) and other emergency services quickly arrived at the scene to manage the situation and ensure the safety of all motorists.
As the incident unfolded, the gray Cadillac SUV attempted to pull over to the right-hand side of the road but experienced some difficulty. By 9:10 AM, the situation was fully assessed, confirming that the white sedan remained obstructing the second lane of traffic while the gray SUV was safely positioned on the right-hand side.
Traffic conditions were temporarily impacted due to the collision, but the situation was resolved by 9:56 AM. The CHP initially classified the incident as a traffic collision with unknown injuries, but it was later updated to indicate that there were no injuries involved.
A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles from the roadway. Motorists are reminded to exercise caution in the area, especially during peak traffic hours, as emergency services worked to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow.
This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and the need for drivers to remain vigilant on the road. The CHP encourages all drivers to stay alert and report any hazardous conditions to ensure the safety of all road users.