A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today at the intersection of State Route 156 and San Felipe Road in Hollister, CA. The incident took place around 6:46 PM and involved a white Kia Sorento and a semi truck, also known as a big rig. The big rig remained driveable after the crash.
Due to the traffic incident, the westbound lane was blocked, leading to significant traffic congestion and delays for motorists. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene with multiple units to manage traffic and control the situation. Traffic was diverted toward San Felipe Road, causing backups during the evening commute.
A tow truck was dispatched to assist in clearing the vehicles involved in the collision. Emergency responders worked diligently to ensure safety and facilitate the removal of the vehicles, aiming to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.
Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes to avoid delays while the situation is being resolved. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the scene to minimize further disruption on the roadway. Updates on this traffic incident will be provided as more information becomes available.