A traffic collision occurred today on the northbound lanes of U.S. Highway 101 near Chualar, California, involving two vehicles. The incident happened around 6:58 AM when a white vehicle sideswiped another while traveling in a slow lane. Following the collision, the white vehicle veered off the road and ended up in a ditch approximately 30 to 40 feet from the highway.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene. Initially, reports indicated no injuries; however, the classification was later updated to reflect unknown injuries. A tow truck was called to assist with the recovery of the vehicle that had gone into the ditch. By 8:30 AM, the vehicle was successfully extracted and removed from the area.
Traffic flow was affected during the response and recovery efforts, with lane closures in place while emergency personnel managed the situation. Motorists traveling on U.S. Highway 101 in the Chualar area are advised to remain cautious and be aware of potential residual traffic disruptions as the scene was cleared.
Authorities are working to ensure the safety of all drivers in the vicinity. The final determination of injuries remains unclear as emergency services continue to assess the situation.