Major Collision Causes I-5 Traffic Jam

Traffic Collision on Interstate 5 in Sacramento Causes Significant Delays Today

📍 Sacramento, CA

📅 Published: April 18, 2025 at 04:07 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, April 18, 2025 -

A significant traffic collision occurred today on southbound Interstate 5 (I-5) near Arena Boulevard in Sacramento, CA, involving four vehicles. The incident took place around 3:13 PM and included a black Ford F150, several white Chevrolet Silverado trucks, and a gray Ford, along with one additional vehicle described as unknown.

Due to the collision, two lanes of southbound I-5 were blocked, resulting in considerable traffic congestion and delays for motorists in the area. Emergency response teams quickly arrived to manage the situation and control traffic flow. Multiple law enforcement units were deployed to assist with the incident, ensuring that the scene was secured and traffic was redirected as needed.

Motorists traveling through this area should expect significant backups and plan for extended travel times. Authorities issued a traffic alert, advising drivers to seek alternate routes if possible. The situation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Drivers are reminded to exercise caution and remain alert while navigating through the affected area. With the afternoon traffic already heavy, this incident is likely to exacerbate delays for those commuting home.

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