A traffic incident occurred today at approximately 4:13 PM at the intersection of US Highway 101 North and East Main Street Off-Ramp in Santa Maria, CA, involving three vehicles: a Nissan Frontier, a gray Chevrolet truck, and a GMC Denali. The collision resulted in significant traffic disruptions, leading to the closure of lanes #2 and #3.
Emergency services responded swiftly, deploying multiple units to the scene to manage the situation and ensure safety for all motorists. In an effort to improve traffic flow, vehicles were moved to the right-hand side of the roadway. Tow services were called to assist with the gray Chevrolet truck, which was blocking the lanes.
By 4:44 PM, all vehicles had been relocated, and emergency responders worked diligently to clear the area. The situation was resolved by 5:26 PM, allowing traffic to resume its normal flow.
Motorists experienced delays during the incident, particularly in the affected lanes, but emergency personnel effectively managed the scene to minimize disruptions. Drivers are advised to remain cautious and aware of their surroundings following this traffic incident.