A traffic collision involving three vehicles occurred today at the intersection of State Route 1 South and State Route 17 North in Santa Cruz, CA. The incident took place around 4:17 PM and involved a white older-model Toyota Prius, a white Honda Civic, and a gold Toyota Venza SUV.
Emergency services quickly arrived at the scene to manage traffic and secure the area. As a result of the collision, temporary lane closures were implemented, leading to congestion and delays for motorists in the area during the busy afternoon commute. Tow services were requested to remove the vehicles involved in the traffic incident, further impacting traffic flow.
Drivers traveling through this intersection should expect backups and should consider alternative routes to avoid delays. The California Highway Patrol assigned units to oversee the situation and ensure the safety of all drivers while crews worked to clear the roadway.
This traffic incident serves as a reminder for all motorists to remain vigilant and exercise caution while driving, especially in high-traffic areas. For ongoing updates regarding traffic conditions and road closures, local traffic reports are recommended.