A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the southbound lanes of U.S. Highway 101 near Humboldt Hill, CA. The incident took place around 1:48 PM and involved a Ford Focus that rolled over and a silver vehicle similar to a Buick that sustained rear-end damage. Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, confirming that the Ford Focus was drivable despite being on its roof.
The collision led to significant traffic delays, with reports indicating that northbound traffic was at a standstill shortly after the incident. Both northbound lanes were eventually reopened, although one lane was temporarily closed to assist with vehicle recovery.
A tow truck was called to handle both vehicles involved in the collision. The status of any injuries remains unknown at this time.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution in the area as cleanup efforts continue. The California Highway Patrol is managing the situation to ensure the safe recovery of the vehicles and to restore normal traffic flow.
This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices to prevent accidents on the road.