A significant traffic collision occurred today on US Highway 50 East at the 5th Street off-ramp in Sacramento, CA, involving five vehicles. The incident took place around 3:27 PM and included a black Toyota, a gray Hyundai Santa Fe, a silver Lexus SUV, a gold Lexus SUV, and a black Honda sedan.
As a result of the collision, multiple lanes were blocked, leading to traffic delays and congestion in the area. Emergency services responded quickly, with units dispatched to manage traffic and control the scene. The left lane was initially obstructed, prompting the rerouting of traffic to adjacent lanes, which contributed to further delays for motorists.
By approximately 3:47 PM, emergency responders had cleared the roadway, allowing for one lane to reopen. However, traffic remained impacted as drivers navigated through the area, creating backups for those traveling on US Highway 50 East during the busy afternoon hours.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution and expect potential delays if traveling through this section of the highway. Authorities continue to monitor the situation to ensure safe passage for all drivers.