Morning Collision Disrupts Traffic on State Route 1

Traffic Collision on State Route 1 South Near Soquel in Santa Cruz, CA, Cleared Within 40 Minutes

📍 Santa Cruz, CA

📅 Published: January 29, 2025 at 09:02 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, January 29, 2025 -

A traffic collision involving a black Chevrolet Silverado occurred today on State Route 1 South near Soquel in Santa Cruz, California. The incident was reported at approximately 7:59 AM and involved at least one vehicle. Emergency services responded promptly, with a tow truck arriving shortly after to assist with the damaged vehicle.

The collision was initially classified as having unknown injuries, but it was later confirmed to be a minor injury incident. Specific details regarding any injuries remain unclear. The Silverado sustained front-end damage but was reported to have all four wheels intact, allowing for safe towing.

Due to the incident, the third lane was blocked, impacting traffic flow in the area. Emergency responders worked efficiently to clear the scene, which was completed within approximately 40 minutes. By 8:44 AM, the roadway was reopened, allowing vehicles to resume normal travel.

Motorists in the vicinity were advised to exercise caution and expect potential delays during the response and clearing of the incident. The swift action of emergency services ensured that the situation was managed effectively, minimizing disruption to traffic.

As always, the California Highway Patrol encourages drivers to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent accidents on the road.

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