A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today at the intersection of Soquel Avenue and 17th Avenue in Santa Cruz, CA. The incident took place around 7:34 AM and involved a white Ford F150 and a black Jeep. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, and while the status of any injuries remains unknown, at least one vehicle was reported to be undriveable and required towing.
Initially, the California Highway Patrol classified the incident as a traffic collision with no injuries. However, shortly after, the classification was updated to indicate that an ambulance was en route, suggesting that there may have been potential injuries, although specific details have not been disclosed.
Traffic in the area was impacted as emergency responders worked to manage the situation. By approximately 7:58 AM, the eastbound lane was blocked, leading to diversions for motorists. Fortunately, by around 8:40 AM, the eastbound lane was reopened, allowing traffic to resume its normal flow.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through the area as the situation is being managed by the California Highway Patrol. The agency is working to ensure that traffic is restored safely and efficiently.