Major Collision Causes Traffic Chaos on Highway 101

Traffic Collision on US Highway 101 in Palo Alto Causes Significant Delays Today

📍 Palo Alto, CA

📅 Published: May 22, 2025 at 08:04 PM

🔄 Updated: May 22, 2025 at 08:35 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Palo Alto, CA
Palo Alto, May 22, 2025 -

A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today on US Highway 101 South near the Oregon Expressway on-ramp in Palo Alto, CA. The incident took place during the evening rush hour, resulting in significant traffic disruptions. Lanes 1 through 3 were blocked, with additional obstruction in lanes 3 and 4, leading to delays for motorists in the area.

Emergency response teams arrived promptly to manage the situation and control traffic flow. The vehicles involved included a drivable Honda, a white Mercedes-class vehicle, and another vehicle identified as a "MAR HOND ODY" that collided with a white sedan. The Honda was noted as drivable and was being moved to the right-hand side of the roadway to facilitate the clearing of the scene.

As a result of the collision, drivers experienced congestion and backups extending beyond the immediate vicinity of the incident. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the vehicles involved, which will help restore normal traffic conditions.

Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through this area and to anticipate continued delays as cleanup efforts proceed. The California Highway Patrol is on-site managing the situation to ensure a safe and efficient resolution to the traffic incident.

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