Major Collision Disrupts Morning Commute on Highway 101

Traffic Collision on U.S. Highway 101 in Sunnyvale Causes Delays Today

📍 Sunnyvale, CA

📅 Published: July 22, 2025 at 08:02 AM

🔄 Updated: July 22, 2025 at 09:30 AM

Map showing the location of the accident in Sunnyvale, CA
Sunnyvale, July 22, 2025 -

A significant traffic collision occurred today on the southbound lanes of U.S. Highway 101 near the interchange with State Route 237 in Sunnyvale, CA. The incident involved four vehicles and was reported around 7:08 AM during the busy morning commute.

One vehicle, a silver Mitsubishi sedan, sustained major damage and was located in the slow lane, while a van was blocking one of the lanes, contributing to traffic congestion. The other two vehicles involved were not specified.

Emergency response units quickly arrived at the scene to manage traffic and ensure safety. Multiple lanes were closed as crews worked to clear the incident area, leading to delays and backups for motorists. At least one vehicle was prepared for towing, indicating that some vehicles were not drivable following the collision.

By approximately 7:49 AM, emergency responders had made significant progress in clearing the scene, allowing traffic to gradually return to normal. Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes to avoid the affected section of U.S. Highway 101 during the incident.

Authorities remind drivers to remain vigilant and exercise caution in areas with traffic incidents to ensure the safety of all road users.

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