A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on US Highway 101 North near Doud Road in Soledad, CA. The incident took place around 1:39 PM and involved a silver Volkswagen Jetta and a semi-truck. Reports indicate that the semi-truck made an unsafe merge in front of the Jetta, resulting in the collision.
Fortunately, traffic flow was not significantly impacted, as all lanes remained open during the incident. Emergency response units quickly arrived at the scene to manage traffic and ensure safety. A tow truck was called to assist with the removal of the Volkswagen Jetta from the roadway.
By approximately 2:47 PM, the scene was cleared, allowing normal traffic conditions to resume. Motorists traveling through this area during the afternoon hours experienced no significant delays or backups due to the incident.
This event serves as a reminder for drivers to remain vigilant and practice safe driving, especially in areas where merging occurs. The prompt response from emergency services helped maintain a smooth flow of traffic on this busy highway.