A significant traffic collision occurred today on northbound U.S. Highway 101 near the Paradise Drive off-ramp in Corte Madera, CA, involving three vehicles. The incident was reported around 1:05 PM when a light blue Volvo hydroplaned and collided with a gray Toyota RAV4. A black Honda CRV was also possibly involved in the crash. The collision resulted in substantial damage, with at least one vehicle being totaled.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where they found the vehicles blocking lanes four and five. This led to significant traffic disruptions, prompting authorities to issue a signal alert due to the lane closures. The roadway remained obstructed for approximately 30 minutes, causing delays for motorists in the area.
Fire services arrived shortly after the incident was reported, and a tow truck was called to assist in clearing the wreckage. By around 1:37 PM, all lanes were reopened to traffic, and the signal alert was canceled. The status of injuries remains unknown at this time.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution while driving in wet conditions to prevent similar incidents. The California Highway Patrol continues to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of all drivers on the road.