A traffic collision on State Route 51 South in Sacramento, CA, caused notable traffic disruptions today during the afternoon commute. The incident involved two vehicles: a gray BMW and a white pickup truck. The collision occurred around 3:44 PM, when the BMW was rear-ended by the pickup truck, blocking the fourth lane of the freeway.
Emergency services promptly responded to the scene to manage the situation and ensure safety. The vehicles were assessed and determined to be drivable, and they were moved off the freeway to a nearby street, which helped alleviate some of the congestion. However, lane closures remained in effect during the incident response, leading to traffic delays for motorists in the area.
By 4:13 PM, the vehicles had been cleared from the freeway, and emergency crews continued to manage road conditions to facilitate the flow of traffic. Despite the swift response, drivers experienced backups as they navigated around the scene of the traffic incident.
Motorists are advised to remain cautious and expect potential delays as traffic returns to normal. The California Highway Patrol is monitoring the situation to ensure safe travel for all drivers.