A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on the northbound lanes of U.S. Highway 101 near the Kern Street on-ramp in Salinas, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 12:04 PM and involved a green pickup truck, a red Ford Explorer, and a semi-truck. While the green pickup and the semi-truck were confirmed to be driveable, the status of the red SUV remains unclear.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, and while initial reports indicated no injuries, the situation later evolved to indicate unknown injuries. The semi-truck, which was transporting lettuce, had to brake suddenly, leading to the collision with the other vehicles.
Traffic in the area was affected, with vehicles moving to the roadside to avoid congestion. A tow truck was called to assist in clearing the scene, and both the pickup truck and the semi-truck were relocated to a safer area. By 12:49 PM, the situation was being managed effectively, and cleanup efforts were underway.
Drivers in the vicinity are advised to exercise caution and expect possible delays as authorities work to ensure the safe removal of the vehicles and any debris from the roadway. For ongoing updates on traffic conditions and incidents, local news sources are recommended.