A single-vehicle accident occurred today on southbound U.S. Highway 101 near the Alameda Del Prado off-ramp in Novato, CA, resulting in an unresponsive driver. The incident took place around 6:08 PM when the vehicle went off the roadway at high speeds and down a hill, quickly becoming not visible from the highway.
Emergency services were dispatched and arrived on the scene by 6:13 PM. Upon arrival, responders found the driver unresponsive, but no visible injuries were reported. An ambulance was requested to assist, and a tow truck was called to the scene by 6:31 PM to remove the vehicle.
Fire units were present, blocking the fast lane to ensure the safety of both the responders and other motorists. The California Highway Patrol officially closed the incident at 6:52 PM, with all units clearing the area by 7:16 PM.
While the driver was unresponsive, the lack of visible injuries suggests that further investigation will be needed to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities will likely look into factors such as speed and road conditions that may have contributed to the vehicle going off the road.
Motorists traveling on U.S. Highway 101 during this time may have experienced some traffic disruptions due to the emergency response efforts. However, the situation was resolved relatively quickly, allowing for the reopening of the affected lanes.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, particularly at high speeds. Authorities encourage all drivers to remain vigilant and adhere to speed limits to help prevent similar occurrences in the future.