A significant traffic collision occurred today at the Sunrise Boulevard on-ramp to eastbound U.S. Highway 50 in Rancho Cordova, CA, involving a total of seven vehicles. The incident began with a crash between a white Dodge Ram 1500 and a silver Toyota, which led to a series of subsequent collisions. A white pickup and a silver sedan were involved in another crash, followed by a third collision that included a white sedan, a white Dodge R15, and another silver Toyota.
Emergency traffic management was quickly implemented at the scene, with multiple units dispatched to control the situation. A fire precaution zone was established to secure the area, resulting in the closure of the northbound Sunrise Boulevard on-ramp to eastbound U.S. Highway 50. This closure has caused significant traffic delays and congestion, impacting the afternoon commute for many drivers.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid the backup caused by this traffic incident. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved, and emergency responders are actively managing the scene to ensure safety for all road users. Updates regarding the reopening of the affected lanes will be provided as the situation develops.