Traffic Collision Causes Major Delays in Colfax

Traffic Collision on Placer Hills Road in Colfax Causes Delays Today

📍 Colfax, CA

📅 Published: May 16, 2025 at 10:34 PM

🔄 Updated: May 16, 2025 at 11:36 PM

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Colfax, May 16, 2025 -

A traffic collision occurred today on Placer Hills Road in Colfax, CA, leading to significant traffic disruptions. The incident involved a single vehicle, a Ford Mustang, whose driver left the scene shortly after the crash. Emergency response units were dispatched to manage the situation and control traffic flow.

The collision was reported shortly after 10:05 PM, prompting a swift response from emergency personnel. As units arrived, they implemented traffic control measures, including lane closures, to ensure safety and facilitate scene management. These actions resulted in delays for motorists traveling along Placer Hills Road during the evening hours, a time when traffic is typically heavier.

Traffic backups were reported as emergency responders worked diligently to clear the area. The Mustang was eventually moved off the roadway, allowing for the gradual reopening of lanes. By approximately 10:30 PM, the scene was cleared, and normal traffic flow was restored.

Motorists are advised to remain cautious in the area and expect potential congestion as cleanup efforts were underway. The effective response from emergency services helped minimize further disruptions to the evening commute, ensuring the safety of all road users.

For those traveling in Colfax, CA, it is recommended to consider alternate routes until the situation is fully resolved.

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