A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on U.S. Highway 101 North near the Vineyard Drive on-ramp in Templeton, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 4:58 PM, causing significant disruption to traffic flow in the area. A tan GMC Sierra collided with a concrete guardrail, while a Chevrolet pickup sustained damage to its tires.
Initially, the collision blocked multiple lanes, leading to delays and congestion for drivers. Emergency response teams, including traffic management units, quickly arrived at the scene to assess the situation and manage traffic. By 5:04 PM, at least one lane was reopened, providing some relief to the backup.
Caltrans was notified regarding the damage to the guardrail, which extended approximately 50 feet. The area was cleared by emergency responders, and traffic flow began to improve as the situation was brought under control.
Motorists are advised to remain cautious while traveling through the area, as residual delays may still be experienced. The prompt response from emergency services helped minimize the impact of the traffic incident, ensuring that the roadway was cleared efficiently.