Major Traffic Disruption on I-5 After Collision

Traffic Collision on Interstate 5 in Sacramento Causes Delays Today

📍 Sacramento, CA

📅 Published: May 1, 2025 at 12:05 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, May 1, 2025 -

A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on Interstate 5 South near the Q Street off-ramp in Sacramento, CA. The incident, which took place at approximately 11:29 AM, involved a blue GMC Envoy and a white Tesla. Emergency response teams arrived promptly to manage the scene and facilitate the recovery of the vehicles.

As a result of the traffic incident, lane adjustments were made to ensure the safe clearance of the involved vehicles. This led to noticeable delays and congestion for motorists navigating this section of the freeway. Traffic was redirected to minimize backup, and a tow truck was dispatched to assist with the removal of the vehicles from the roadway.

Drivers in the area experienced significant traffic impact during the late morning hours, and it is advisable for those traveling on Interstate 5 to consider alternative routes to avoid delays. Emergency units remained on-site to oversee the situation and restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.

Motorists are reminded to exercise caution when approaching accident scenes and to follow any directions provided by emergency personnel. The California Highway Patrol continues to manage the incident to ensure the safety of all road users.

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