A traffic collision occurred today on State Route 152 near Lovers Lane in Hollister, CA, involving two vehicles: a white Nissan Altima and a blue Toyota. The incident was reported at approximately 7:54 PM, when the Altima swerved to avoid a head-on collision, resulting in the vehicle ending up overturned in a ditch.
Emergency response teams arrived quickly to manage the situation. A tow truck was requested to assist with the recovery of the vehicles. The Altima was found overturned approximately 200 to 300 feet down an embankment, requiring careful recovery efforts to ensure the safety of responders and the public.
Traffic management officials worked diligently to clear the roadway. By 10:06 PM, a police unit confirmed that all lanes on State Route 152 were reopened, allowing for the resumption of normal traffic flow. The incident caused temporary lane closures, which may have affected travel times for motorists in the area.
Passersby attempted to assist at the scene, demonstrating community support during the incident. The prompt response from emergency services ensured that the situation was handled efficiently, minimizing further disruption to traffic on this busy route.
Motorists are advised to remain vigilant while driving in the area and to be aware of potential hazards on the road.