A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on U.S. Highway 101 South near the Mendocino Avenue off-ramp in Santa Rosa, CA. The incident was reported around 3:21 PM and involved a black Chrysler Pacifica SUV and a gray Toyota pickup truck, which was left not drivable.
As a result of the traffic incident, lanes 2 and 3 were obstructed by debris and the vehicles involved, leading to significant delays for motorists in the area. Emergency traffic management units were dispatched to the scene to direct traffic and mitigate congestion. They guided vehicles to the right to maintain some flow while clearing the blockage.
The response team arrived promptly and began clearing the roadway to restore normal traffic conditions. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the disabled vehicles, ensuring that the area was safe for all drivers.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution and expect potential delays while cleanup efforts continue. The California Highway Patrol is managing the situation to ensure a safe and efficient resolution to the traffic incident. Drivers may want to consider alternate routes to avoid congestion on U.S. Highway 101 South during this time.