A major traffic collision occurred today on Gibraltar Road in Santa Barbara, CA, involving a single vehicle, a gray or silver Mini Cooper. The incident was reported at approximately 3:22 PM when a witness observed the vehicle go off the road and overturn. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where two occupants were trapped inside the vehicle.
As the situation unfolded, authorities classified the incident as a major injury collision, although specific details regarding the injuries remain unknown. The overturned Mini Cooper was not visible from the roadway, complicating recovery efforts. Fire and rescue teams were dispatched to assist in the operation, and a request was made to shut down all northbound traffic on Gibraltar Road to facilitate the rescue.
By 3:57 PM, debris from the vehicle was noted, and emergency responders were actively working to reach the occupants. Recovery efforts continued into the evening, with updates indicating that the situation was being managed with urgency.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes due to lane closures and ongoing emergency operations. This incident underscores the importance of road safety and the quick response of emergency services in critical situations.