A traffic collision on State Route 1 (SR-1) in Malibu, CA, caused significant delays during the late afternoon today. The incident occurred around 4:30 PM and involved two vehicles: a white pickup truck and a white SUV. Both vehicles sustained frontal damage and were confirmed to be unoccupied at the scene.
The collision blocked the northbound lanes of SR-1, leading to considerable traffic backup and congestion as emergency services worked to manage the situation. Tow trucks were dispatched to the scene to assist with the removal of the damaged vehicles, which began arriving shortly after the incident was reported.
By approximately 4:52 PM, tow trucks were on-site, but traffic delays continued as crews worked to clear the roadway safely. The timing of the incident coincided with the late afternoon commute, exacerbating the traffic situation for motorists heading home.
Drivers in the area were advised to expect delays and consider alternative routes to avoid congestion. The California Highway Patrol was present to oversee the scene and ensure the safe removal of the vehicles involved in this traffic incident. As emergency services worked diligently, the northbound lanes of State Route 1 remained blocked until the situation was fully resolved.