A multi-vehicle collision occurred early this morning on the southbound lanes of State Route 14 near the Via Princessa off-ramp in Santa Clarita, CA. The incident took place at approximately 4:24 AM today and involved three vehicles: a green Toyota Corolla, a white pickup truck, and a black pickup truck. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries from the collision.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where all vehicles were found in the collision debris area. The black Toyota Corolla was positioned facing west in the high-occupancy vehicle lane, while the other two vehicles were located on the right shoulder. Due to the damage sustained, all three vehicles were deemed undriveable and required towing.
As emergency units worked to manage the situation, they coordinated towing efforts to remove the vehicles from the roadway. However, the towing service experienced delays due to heavy traffic in the area. The towing company was expected to arrive shortly after the initial request for assistance.
Traffic flow was impacted as responders worked to clear the scene and ensure safety for all motorists. The California Highway Patrol advised drivers to exercise caution and be prepared for potential delays while the situation was being resolved.
By approximately 4:52 AM, responders successfully moved the vehicles to the right shoulder, allowing for the gradual reopening of the lanes. This incident underscores the importance of road safety and the need for a prompt response from emergency services in the event of traffic collisions.
Motorists are reminded to stay alert and drive safely, especially in high-traffic areas. For ongoing updates regarding traffic conditions in Santa Clarita, CA, residents and travelers can check local news outlets and traffic reports.