A significant traffic collision occurred today on U.S. Highway 101 North near the River Road off-ramp in Santa Rosa, CA, leading to substantial traffic disruptions. The incident involved six vehicles, including a silver sedan, a gray Toyota SUV, a white SUV, and a gray Toyota Prius, among others. One vehicle, a Nissan sedan, sustained major front-end damage and was towed from the scene.
Traffic was severely impacted as lane one and parts of lanes two and three were blocked, resulting in complete traffic stoppage in the area. Motorists faced significant delays and congestion as emergency response teams worked diligently to manage the situation. Multiple units were engaged in traffic management and scene control to ensure safety and facilitate the towing process.
As the traffic incident unfolded, several other vehicles pulled over to the right-hand side to assist. By 9:00 PM, lane one and two were reopened, but lane three remained blocked, contributing to ongoing traffic backups. Drivers in the vicinity should expect delays and consider alternate routes if possible.
This traffic collision underscores the importance of exercising caution on the roads, particularly during peak travel times. Motorists are advised to remain alert and follow traffic management instructions to ensure a safe passage through the affected area.