A multi-vehicle collision occurred today on the westbound side of U.S. Highway 50 near the Prairie City Road North on-ramp in Folsom, CA, resulting in significant traffic disruptions and at least one vehicle being rendered undriveable. The incident took place around 2:34 PM, prompting immediate responses from emergency services.
The California Highway Patrol reported that three vehicles were involved in the collision: a black Honda Civic, a white van, and an unknown sedan. The black Honda Civic sustained significant damage, with its airbags deployed, indicating potential injuries to its occupants. Although specific injury details were not provided, the vehicle was confirmed to be undriveable.
Emergency services were notified shortly after the collision, and multiple units from the California Highway Patrol and fire services arrived on the scene to manage the situation. Fire services were called due to a potential fire hazard from debris scattered across the roadway, which posed additional risks to motorists.
Traffic was significantly impacted as one lane was blocked due to the incident, causing delays for drivers in the area. The California Highway Patrol worked diligently to clear the scene, and the incident was officially closed by 3:08 PM.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling in this area, as the aftermath of the collision may still pose hazards. The California Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, seeking to understand the factors that led to this incident.
Drivers are encouraged to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent such incidents in the future. For ongoing updates, stay tuned to local news sources and the California Highway Patrol's official communications.