A multi-vehicle collision occurred today on the southbound lanes of State Route 99 near the Florin Road off-ramp in Sacramento, CA. The incident involved five to six vehicles, including a possible semi-truck, and was reported around 5:31 PM.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene. Fortunately, there were no visible injuries reported, although the status of injuries remains unknown as parties involved requested medical checks. All vehicles appeared to be drivable, and a request for towing was later canceled.
Traffic was significantly impacted as one to two lanes were blocked initially, with debris scattered across the first three lanes. Emergency crews worked efficiently to clear the scene, and by approximately 6:18 PM, the situation was resolved, allowing traffic to resume normal flow.
The quick response from emergency services helped manage the situation effectively, ensuring that the roadway was cleared in about an hour. Motorists in the area experienced delays during the incident, but the actions of the California Highway Patrol and other responders contributed to restoring order promptly.
Drivers are reminded to stay vigilant and exercise caution while navigating busy highways to prevent similar incidents in the future.