Vehicle Accident Closes Lanes on State Route 37

Solo Vehicle Accident on State Route 37 West in Sonoma, California, Causes Traffic Disruption

📍 Sonoma, CA

📅 Published: February 1, 2025 at 09:40 AM

🔄 Updated: February 1, 2025 at 10:31 AM

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Sonoma, February 1, 2025 -

A solo vehicle accident occurred today on State Route 37 West near Skaggs Island Road in Sonoma, California. The incident was reported at approximately 8:52 AM when the vehicle spun out and went off the road, landing in a ditch. The vehicle was found partially submerged, with the driver still inside at the time of the report.

Emergency services responded promptly, with fire and ambulance units dispatched to the scene. A tow truck arrived shortly after to assist in retrieving the vehicle from the ditch, which was located about 30 feet off the roadway and 15 feet down an embankment. By 10:18 AM, the vehicle had been successfully removed from the site.

Traffic in the area was affected during the incident, leading to lane closures to facilitate the emergency response and vehicle retrieval. Authorities worked diligently to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.

The status of any injuries remains unknown, and no further details have been released at this time. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling in the area and to stay updated on traffic conditions.

This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices, particularly in adverse weather conditions that can lead to loss of vehicle control.

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