[UPDATE 8 p.m.] Crash on Highway 101 Near Indianola Cutoff Slows Traffic This Morning

A head-on traffic collision was reported around 7:51 a.m. on southbound U.S. Highway 101 just south of the Indianola Cutoff, according to the California Highway Patrol Traffic Incident Information Page.

First reports to the CHP indicated a crash involving a white GMC pickup truck and a SUV. One report from the scene suggested the pickup may have crossed lanes from the emergency shoulder, leading to the collision.

Emergency responders, including fire personnel, arrived on scene shortly after the crash was reported. At least one lane was temporarily closed as crews worked to manage the scene and assess those involved. By about 8:09 a.m., the GMC pickup had been moved out of the roadway, allowing traffic to pass, though one lane remained blocked for a period.

Early reports indicated that those involved may not have received serious injuries.

Tow services were requested for at least one vehicle, while another—the Buick SUV—was reported to be drivable.

Traffic was impacted in the area for about a half hour before lanes began reopening.

Please remember that information gathered from initial reports is subject to revision as more facts become available.

UPDATE: See Mushslug comment below for an unconfirmed description of what occurred.

UPDATE 8 p.m.: We spoke to California Highway Patrol Officer Jason Esselman who told us that the first reports of a headon crash were incorrect. He said that a vehicle hit the back of a pickup.