A minor traffic collision occurred today on the southbound lanes of US Highway 101 near the Hopper Avenue on-ramp in Santa Rosa, CA. The incident involved two vehicles: a white Ford Escape and an unidentified black sedan. The collision was reported at approximately 5:26 PM.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene. The white Ford Escape was found to be drivable but had sustained some damage. The black sedan, however, was blocking the roadway, which contributed to traffic disruptions in the area.
By 5:44 PM, the black sedan continued to obstruct the second and third lanes, prompting the request for a tow truck to assist in clearing the vehicles. Emergency medical services were also called to assess the situation, and while minor injuries were reported, specific details regarding the extent of these injuries were not provided.
Traffic in the vicinity was affected as lanes were temporarily closed to manage the incident. By 6:50 PM, the California Highway Patrol confirmed that the collision was classified as a minor traffic incident.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through the area as cleanup efforts continued. The swift response from emergency personnel helped to minimize further traffic disruptions and ensured a safe resolution to the situation.