High-Speed Collision Disrupts Traffic on Highway 101

Traffic Collision on US Highway 101 South Near Main Street in Salinas, CA, Causes Lane Blockage but No Injuries Reported

📍 Salinas, CA

📅 Published: December 15, 2024 at 09:24 PM

🔄 Updated: December 15, 2024 at 11:31 PM

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Salinas, December 15, 2024 -

A traffic collision occurred today on US Highway 101 South near Main Street in Salinas, CA, involving two vehicles. The incident took place around 9:21 PM when one vehicle rear-ended another at a high speed. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

Emergency services responded promptly, deploying multiple units to the scene to manage the situation. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, leading to their removal from the roadway. A tow truck was called to assist in clearing the area.

As a result of the accident, one lane was blocked, temporarily impacting traffic flow. Motorists traveling on US Highway 101 South near Main Street were advised to exercise caution and expect delays while emergency crews worked to clear the scene.

Witnesses indicated that one vehicle was facing the wrong direction in the southbound lane, while the other vehicle was positioned facing northbound. The California Highway Patrol classified the incident as a traffic collision with no injuries, facilitating a quicker resolution and reopening of the roadway.

Drivers are reminded to remain vigilant and adhere to speed limits to prevent similar incidents in the future. The swift response from emergency services ensured that the situation was managed efficiently, allowing traffic to resume as quickly as possible.

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