Major Collision Causes Traffic Snarls in Penn Valley

Traffic Collision on State Route 20 in Penn Valley Causes Delays Today

📍 Penn Valley, CA

📅 Published: August 22, 2025 at 06:47 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in Penn Valley, CA
Penn Valley, August 22, 2025 -

A traffic collision on State Route 20 in Penn Valley, CA, has led to significant traffic disruptions today. The incident, involving two vehicles—a black Kia Sport and a black Ford F150—occurred around 5:28 PM. Both vehicles sustained major damage and are currently not drivable, resulting in lane closures on westbound State Route 20 just east of Pleasant Valley Road.

Emergency response units arrived quickly to manage the scene, implementing mapping and scene control activities to secure the area. As a result of the collision, traffic is experiencing delays and backups, affecting the flow of vehicles in the vicinity. Tow trucks have been called to assist with the removal of the damaged vehicles, with one truck already on-site for the Ford F150 and another en route for the Kia Sport.

Motorists traveling through this section of State Route 20 should anticipate congestion and plan for potential delays as the situation is being addressed. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the scene to ensure safety and restore normal traffic conditions as promptly as possible. Drivers are encouraged to seek alternative routes to avoid the impact of the traffic incident.

Stay tuned for updates as the situation develops and traffic conditions improve.

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