A serious traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred early this morning on southbound U.S. Highway 101 near the Tully Road west off-ramp in San Jose, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 5:45 AM, prompting an immediate response from emergency services.
Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene, where it was confirmed that one individual was trapped inside a vehicle. Fire department units began extraction efforts shortly after their arrival, and by 6:07 AM, both vehicles involved in the crash were confirmed to be present.
The collision resulted in significant damage, with one vehicle identified as a tan GMC Hummer and the other as a silver Toyota, both sustaining major rear-end damage. Tow trucks were requested to remove the vehicles for evidence collection, and by 7:11 AM, the damage had been assessed, leading to the towing of both vehicles.
Traffic on southbound U.S. Highway 101 was impacted during the incident, with multiple lanes initially blocked as emergency services worked to clear the area. By 8:22 AM, all lanes had reopened, allowing traffic flow to return to normal. The last emergency unit cleared the scene by 11:57 AM, marking the conclusion of the response efforts.
While the exact extent of injuries remains unclear, the trapped individual was successfully extracted from the vehicle. The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.
This incident underscores the importance of safe driving practices, particularly during early morning hours when visibility may be reduced. Motorists are encouraged to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic regulations to help prevent such accidents in the future.