A single-vehicle incident involving a Ford F150 occurred today at the intersection of Petaluma Hill Road and Rohnert Park Expressway in Santa Rosa, California. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries from the incident.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene at approximately 2:56 PM. Initial reports indicated that the vehicle had become stuck in a ditch. Fire and medical units were dispatched, but it was later confirmed that there were no injuries, and the incident was classified as a non-injury traffic collision.
During the recovery operation, all northbound lanes of Petaluma Hill Road were temporarily blocked to safely remove the vehicle. A tow truck was called to assist, and by 3:52 PM, all northbound lanes remained obstructed as the recovery effort continued. The California Highway Patrol managed the situation effectively, ensuring that traffic disruptions were minimized.
Additionally, a "Right Lane Ends" sign was reported down at the scene, which may have contributed to the vehicle's predicament. Emergency responders worked diligently to clear the area and restore normal traffic flow. Once the vehicle was successfully towed from the ditch, the scene was under control, and no further complications arose.
Drivers in the area were advised to exercise caution and be aware of potential delays as the recovery operation took place. The prompt response from emergency services ensured that the incident was resolved quickly and without any injuries.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, particularly in challenging road conditions. The California Highway Patrol encourages all motorists to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic signs and signals to prevent similar occurrences in the future.