A traffic collision occurred today on US Highway 101 North, just south of 10th Street in Gilroy, CA, when a vehicle collided with a barrier and became stuck in mud. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
The collision took place at approximately 8:17 AM, when the vehicle hit the barrier on its left side. Following the impact, the vehicle became immobilized in mud, although it initially started. The California Highway Patrol responded quickly to the scene and confirmed that the situation was classified as a traffic collision with no injuries.
A tow truck was dispatched to assist with the recovery of the vehicle. However, the initial flatbed tow truck was unable to reach the stuck vehicle due to challenging conditions and had to return for a different type of tow truck. A regular tow truck equipped with a hook was expected to arrive within 5 to 10 minutes.
Motorists traveling on US Highway 101 North in the vicinity of 10th Street may have experienced some traffic disruptions due to the incident. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the situation to ensure safety and minimize delays.
Drivers are advised to exercise caution in the area and be aware of potential lane closures as recovery efforts continue. Updates will be provided as the situation develops.