Major Traffic Collision Disrupts San Francisco Commute

Traffic Collision on South Van Ness Avenue in San Francisco Causes Delays Today

📍 San Francisco, CA

📅 Published: April 17, 2025 at 06:08 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, April 17, 2025 -

A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today at the intersection of South Van Ness Avenue and the 14th Street on-ramp in San Francisco, CA. The incident, which took place around 5:20 PM, involved a gray Suburban Crossback and a white Cadillac Escalade. As a result of the collision, traffic experienced significant delays and congestion in the area, particularly along South Van Ness Avenue and nearby highway access points.

Emergency response teams, including the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD), quickly arrived at the scene to manage the situation. Traffic management units were deployed to control the flow of vehicles and mitigate the backup caused by the incident. Both vehicles were located on the right-hand side of the roadway, contributing to ongoing traffic issues.

Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid delays as crews work to clear the scene. The traffic incident has notably impacted the evening commute, causing slowdowns for drivers traveling through this busy part of San Francisco. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the resolution of the traffic collision.

Drivers are encouraged to remain cautious and patient while navigating through the affected area.

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