A traffic collision involving two vehicles, a black sedan and a big rig, occurred today at the intersection of State Route 152 and Flanagan Road in El Nido, CA. The incident was reported at approximately 7:43 AM, causing significant disruption to both lanes of traffic during the morning commute.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, implementing lane closures to manage the flow of traffic. By 7:44 AM, both lanes were blocked as responders worked to address the situation. The big rig, which was towing a trailer, was moved to the right-hand shoulder by 7:49 AM, allowing for some traffic to begin flowing again.
A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved in the traffic incident. By 7:53 AM, emergency personnel had cleared the roadway, and lane closures were gradually lifted. By 8:27 AM, traffic conditions began to improve as the scene was fully cleared.
Motorists traveling through El Nido should remain cautious, as residual congestion may still be present in the area. The California Highway Patrol effectively managed the scene, ensuring that traffic was restored to normal as quickly as possible.