A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on Blackie Road in Salinas, California, leading to a temporary road closure. The incident involved a blue Ford that went down an embankment and a white GMC that remained on the roadway. Emergency services responded promptly, shutting down Blackie Road from Prunedale North to Interstate 101 to facilitate recovery efforts.
The collision was reported at approximately 3:32 PM, with witnesses indicating that the blue Ford flipped over after descending the embankment. The white GMC was left stranded on the road, contributing to traffic disruptions. A tow truck was requested to assist in clearing the vehicles from the scene.
The roadway remained closed for nearly two hours, with the area reopening around 5:05 PM after the vehicles were successfully removed. While no specific injuries were reported, the status of injuries remains unknown as emergency services were on the scene.
Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes during the closure to avoid delays. The quick response from emergency services helped minimize the impact on traffic, allowing for a swift resolution to the incident.
Drivers are reminded to exercise caution in the area and stay alert for any further updates regarding road conditions.