Multi-Vehicle Collision, Fuel Spill Disrupt Highway 101 Southbound Near Montecito
A three-vehicle collision involving two semi-trucks and a car occurred early Thursday morning on Highway 101 southbound near Montecito. The incident caused a diesel fuel spill and debris, leading to the closure of the southbound lanes for cleanup and investigation.…
Santa Barbara Santa Maria San Luis Obispo, CA, September 24, 2026 —
A significant traffic disruption occurred on Highway 101 southbound near Montecito early Thursday morning following a collision involving three vehicles. The incident, which took place on the southbound lanes of the highway, involved two semi-trucks and one passenger car.
Authorities reported that the crash resulted in a spill of diesel fuel and scattered debris across the roadway. In response to the hazardous conditions and to facilitate necessary cleanup operations, the southbound lanes of Highway 101 were closed. The closure was also put in place to allow for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the multi-vehicle crash.
Emergency crews and hazardous materials teams were dispatched to the scene to manage the diesel spill and clear the highway of debris. The duration of the lane closure was not immediately specified, but the focus remained on ensuring the safety of the area and restoring traffic flow as efficiently as possible.
Officials confirmed that no injuries were reported as a result of the collision. The specific cause of the crash was not provided. Further details regarding the timeline for reopening the lanes or information about the vehicles and their operators were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Evelyn Spence, South County Editor on www.noozhawk.com, see more information here.
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