Major Traffic Delays After Collision on SR 78

Traffic Collision on State Route 78 in Vista Causes Significant Delays Today

📍 Vista, CA

📅 Published: July 8, 2025 at 08:02 AM

🔄 Updated: July 8, 2025 at 09:30 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in Vista, CA
Vista, July 8, 2025 -

A traffic collision on State Route 78 East in Vista, CA, has caused significant delays during the morning commute today. The incident involved three vehicles: a black Scion, a green Toyota Tundra, and a white vehicle. The collision resulted in one or two lanes being blocked, leading to noticeable congestion and traffic backups in the area.

Emergency response units were dispatched promptly to manage the situation and control the scene. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of at least one vehicle that required towing due to the collision. As the response team worked to clear the roadway, traffic was severely impacted, with delays reported for motorists traveling through the area.

The traffic incident occurred around 7:26 AM, and emergency crews arrived shortly thereafter to assess the situation. By 8:06 AM, the response team indicated that the roadway would remain blocked for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, further contributing to the traffic delays.

Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid the affected area and expect continued congestion as the scene is cleared. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the situation to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.

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