Major Traffic Disruption on State Route 17

Traffic Collision on State Route 17 North in Los Gatos Causes Delays Today

📍 Los Gatos, CA

📅 Published: March 15, 2025 at 09:02 AM

🔄 Updated: March 15, 2025 at 11:01 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in Los Gatos, CA
Los Gatos, March 15, 2025 -

A traffic collision on State Route 17 North in Los Gatos, CA, caused significant disruptions during the morning commute today. The incident involved three vehicles: a black Mazda, a tow truck, and an unknown vehicle. The collision occurred around 8:21 AM when the black Mazda struck the tow truck while it was loading another vehicle. Shortly thereafter, it was reported that another vehicle had clipped the black Mazda prior to the traffic incident.

Emergency services responded quickly, deploying multiple units to manage the scene and control traffic flow. Initially, all lanes were closed, resulting in delays and congestion for drivers. However, by 8:32 AM, one lane was reopened, allowing some traffic to pass as crews worked to clear the area.

A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved in the collision. Traffic management teams were on-site to ensure safety and efficiency while restoring normal traffic conditions.

Motorists traveling on State Route 17 North should anticipate residual delays as cleanup efforts continue. Drivers are advised to exercise caution and consider alternate routes to avoid potential backups in the area.

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