A multi-vehicle collision occurred today on State Route 53 at the intersection with State Route 20 in Clearlake Oaks, CA. The incident involved three vehicles: a gray sedan, a black SUV, and another gray sedan. It was reported at approximately 7:49 AM, with emergency services responding quickly to the scene.
The collision resulted in unknown injuries, and all parties involved remained in their vehicles during the initial response. By 8:06 AM, the roadway was completely blocked, leading to significant traffic disruption. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved.
By 8:28 AM, the roadway was reopened to traffic, allowing vehicles to resume their normal flow. The California Highway Patrol categorized the incident as a minor injury traffic collision, with the final coding completed by 9:22 AM.
Motorists traveling through the area during the incident were advised to exercise caution and expect delays. Fortunately, the situation was resolved without further complications. This incident serves as a reminder for drivers to stay alert and drive safely to prevent similar occurrences on the road.