A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the southbound lanes of US Highway 101 near the Poplar Avenue off-ramp in San Mateo, CA. The incident took place around 4:30 PM and involved a white Honda Insight, which sustained major damage and was confirmed to be undriveable. The status of the second vehicle involved remains unclear.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, and a tow truck was requested for the damaged Honda Insight shortly after the collision. As a result of the incident, the third and fourth lanes of the southbound highway were blocked, leading to significant traffic delays in the area.
A signal alert was issued around 5:04 PM due to the lane closures, warning motorists to expect delays. Traffic control measures were implemented, and by 5:16 PM, all lanes were reported to be open, although flares remained in place to guide drivers safely through the area.
While the extent of any injuries is unknown, the quick response from emergency services helped to manage the situation effectively. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through the area, as residual traffic impacts may still be felt following the incident.