A traffic collision occurred today on the northbound lanes of US Highway 101 near the East Main Street off-ramp in Ventura, CA. The incident involved two vehicles and was reported at approximately 2:40 PM when one vehicle went down an embankment. Emergency services, including the Ventura County Fire Department, quickly responded to the scene.
As the situation developed, the fire department requested the California Highway Patrol to close the northbound lanes of US Highway 101 at the East Main Street off-ramp to ensure safety and facilitate rescue operations. A tow truck was also requested to assist with the recovery of the vehicle that had gone down the embankment.
By 2:55 PM, responders confirmed that the vehicle was located approximately 50 feet down the embankment. However, the towing service initially contacted was unable to retrieve the vehicle due to equipment limitations. Consequently, the California Department of Transportation was notified to assist with the situation.
Currently, there are no confirmed reports of injuries, but the status of those involved remains unclear. The closure of the northbound lanes may impact traffic flow in the area, and motorists are advised to seek alternate routes until the situation is resolved.
This incident underscores the importance of safety on California highways and the swift response of emergency services in managing unexpected situations.