A major traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on the southbound lanes of U.S. Highway 101 near the San Antonio Road off-ramp in Palo Alto, CA. The incident took place around 6:32 AM and involved a white sedan, a gray sedan, and possibly an unknown vehicle.
Emergency services responded promptly, leading to significant traffic disruptions as multiple lanes were blocked for several hours. While initial reports did not confirm any injuries, later updates classified the incident as a major injury collision, leaving the status of injuries unknown.
As the situation developed, all lanes except for one were closed, prompting the California Highway Patrol to issue a signal alert for the area. Motorists were advised to seek alternative routes due to the severe traffic impact. By approximately 7:31 AM, some lanes began to reopen, and by 7:45 AM, all lanes were cleared, allowing traffic to resume normal flow.
All vehicles involved were eventually removed from the scene, but details regarding their drivable status were not specified. The California Highway Patrol continues to monitor the situation to ensure safety for all drivers in the area.
Motorists are reminded to stay alert and exercise caution when traveling through busy intersections, especially following incidents that may affect traffic patterns.