Major Traffic Disruption on Interstate 5 South

Traffic Collision on Interstate 5 in Colusa Causes Delays Today

📍 Colusa, CA

📅 Published: March 17, 2025 at 08:04 AM

🔄 Updated: March 17, 2025 at 09:31 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in Colusa, CA
Colusa, March 17, 2025 -

A traffic collision on Interstate 5 South in Colusa, CA, caused significant disruptions during the morning commute today. The incident, which occurred around 7:04 AM near the Maxwell Road off-ramp, involved two vehicles: a four-door sedan and a Lassen Forest Products semi-truck.

Reports indicate that the sedan rear-ended the semi-truck and subsequently collided with a railing, resulting in the sedan being rendered not driveable. Debris from the crash spread across the roadway, leading to lane closures and necessitating focused traffic management to ensure safety and facilitate the clearing of the scene.

Multiple emergency units responded to the incident to manage the situation effectively. One unit was cleared from the area shortly after addressing the collision. As a result of the traffic incident, motorists experienced delays and congestion, particularly during the busy morning hours.

A tow truck was dispatched to the scene to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved. Authorities are actively working to clear the debris and restore normal traffic flow on Interstate 5. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes if possible to avoid backups in the area.

This traffic collision highlights the importance of cautious driving, especially during peak travel times.

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