A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on the southbound lanes of US Highway 101 (US 101) at the Interstate 280 (I-280) interchange in San Francisco, CA. The incident took place around 5:22 PM and involved a blue Audi and a white Mercedes GLA 250. Both vehicles were rendered undriveable and required towing from the scene.
Emergency services responded promptly to manage the situation, implementing lane and road management measures due to hazards created by the collision. As a result, motorists experienced significant traffic impact, including delays and backups during the evening commute. Towing services arrived shortly after the incident was reported to clear the vehicles from the roadway.
By 6:04 PM, emergency responders began relocating the vehicles to a safer area to alleviate congestion and restore normal traffic flow. The scene was cleared by approximately 6:51 PM, allowing for the resumption of regular traffic patterns.
Drivers traveling through this area are advised to remain cautious and expect possible residual delays as traffic returns to normal levels. The California Highway Patrol monitored the situation to ensure safe passage for all motorists.