A serious traffic collision occurred early this morning in Trinidad, CA, involving a single vehicle, a Subaru SUV, which crashed into a tree. The incident took place around 3:08 AM on the southbound lanes of U.S. Highway 101. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where it was reported that at least one occupant was trapped inside the vehicle.
The Subaru sustained significant front-end damage and was unable to be driven after veering off the road and colliding with a tree down a steep embankment. A tow truck was called to remove the damaged vehicle from the scene.
While the specific extent of injuries remains unknown, it has been confirmed that at least one occupant suffered injuries, prompting a response from emergency medical services.
Traffic on U.S. Highway 101 South was affected during the response and recovery efforts, with lane closures in place to ensure the safety of emergency personnel and facilitate the removal of the vehicle.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution in the area as cleanup efforts continue. The California Highway Patrol is on site managing the situation and will provide updates as more information becomes available.