Solo Vehicle Collision Disrupts Traffic on SR 17

Solo Vehicle Collision Blocks Lanes on Southbound State Route 17 in Los Gatos, CA

📍 Los Gatos, CA

📅 Published: December 22, 2024 at 08:33 AM

🔄 Updated: December 22, 2024 at 09:31 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in Los Gatos, CA
Los Gatos, December 22, 2024 -

A solo vehicle collision occurred today on southbound State Route 17 near Brush Road in Los Gatos, CA, blocking both lanes of traffic. The incident happened around 8:15 AM when a tan truck struck a guardrail, causing the vehicle to come to a stop sideways across the roadway.

Emergency services quickly responded to the scene, where the driver remained inside the vehicle. While initial reports indicated unknown injuries, there have been no confirmed injuries reported. The collision resulted in significant traffic disruption, prompting the California Highway Patrol to request a tow truck to assist in clearing the roadway.

Debris from the collision was present on the road, complicating the situation further. Local fire services were also dispatched to the scene, having been en route to another incident when they were notified of this collision. By 9:02 AM, the situation was assessed as a solo vehicle incident with no injuries confirmed.

Motorists traveling on southbound State Route 17 are advised to seek alternate routes as cleanup efforts continue. The prompt response from emergency services helped manage the situation effectively, ensuring that the roadway could be cleared as quickly as possible. Updates on traffic conditions will be provided as the situation evolves.

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