A traffic collision occurred today at approximately 4:42 PM on the southbound lanes of U.S. Highway 101 near the Airport Boulevard off-ramp in Windsor, CA. The incident involved two vehicles: a Toyota Highlander and a Ford SUV. The collision resulted in one vehicle being split in half, with both vehicles ending up on the right shoulder, and one in a ditch.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, and while there were reports of minor injuries, the exact number of injured parties remains unknown. The collision led to the closure of the Airport Boulevard on-ramp to southbound U.S. Highway 101, causing traffic disruptions in the area. The on-ramp was expected to remain closed for approximately 30 more minutes following the incident.
By 6:08 PM, the scene was cleared, and a tow truck was called to remove the damaged vehicles, which were likely towed due to the extent of the damage. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling in the area as residual traffic impacts may persist.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices. Authorities encourage drivers to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic regulations to help prevent similar incidents in the future.