Major Traffic Disruptions After Collision on SR 41

Traffic Collision on State Route 41 in Morro Bay Causes Lane Closures Today

📍 Morro Bay, CA

📅 Published: March 23, 2025 at 11:02 AM

🔄 Updated: March 23, 2025 at 02:30 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Morro Bay, CA
Morro Bay, March 23, 2025 -

A traffic collision on State Route 41 in Morro Bay, CA, caused significant lane closures today. The incident involved a single vehicle, a red Ford Maverick pickup, which left the roadway around 10:31 AM. Emergency services responded promptly, deploying multiple units to manage traffic and secure the scene.

Both northbound and southbound lanes of State Route 41 experienced hard closures, leading to considerable traffic delays and congestion during the morning commute. Motorists faced backups as they navigated around the area, with emergency responders working diligently to clear the roadway.

By approximately 12:38 PM, the southbound lane was partially reopened to one-way traffic, allowing some vehicles to proceed while crews continued to address the aftermath of the traffic incident. The northbound lanes remained closed for an extended period as emergency services focused on ensuring safety and clearing the scene.

Drivers in the vicinity of Bear Ridge Road are advised to expect ongoing traffic impacts as cleanup efforts continue. Authorities recommend seeking alternate routes to avoid delays. The California Highway Patrol is managing the situation to facilitate the reopening of the affected lanes and maintain safe travel conditions.

Stay tuned for further updates on the traffic situation on State Route 41 as emergency services work to resolve the incident.

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